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University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine.

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About University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1402721209
Program director
Samuel Thigpen
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
25
First-year spots
Applicants
1,468
Latest cycle
IMG residents
9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine. It offers 25 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,468 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 9% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and research tracks.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
25
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women33%
  • Men67%
  • White74%
  • Asian21%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Samuel Thigpen
Program coordinator
Cheryl Moss
Coordinator phone
(601) 984-5601
Program phone
(601) 984-5604
Sponsoring institution
University of Mississippi School of Medicine

University of MS Hospitals and Clinics Department of Medicine 2500 N State Street Jackson, MS 39216-4500 Open in Google Maps

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Mississippi Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Mississippi Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 9% of residents at University of Mississippi Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Mississippi Medical Center Program offer?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program offers 25 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 25 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Mississippi Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Mississippi Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program located?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is located at University of MS Hospitals and Clinics Department of Medicine 2500 N State Street Jackson, MS 39216-4500. Its sponsoring institution is University of Mississippi School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Mississippi Medical Center Program?

The program director is Samuel Thigpen. The program coordinator, Cheryl Moss, is the usual contact for application questions.

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