University of Mississippi Medical Center Program Internal Medicine Residency
Internal Medicine residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout 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
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- 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.