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University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

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About University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1403421247
Program director
Sara Combs
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
31
First-year spots
Applicants
2,292
Latest cycle
Interview rate
15.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
33.9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine. It offers 31 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,292 applications and invited about 15.9% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 33.9% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
31
Interview rate
15.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates43%
  • US DO graduates23%
  • US IMGs1%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Contact and location

Program director
Sara Combs
Program coordinator
Andrea Baca
Coordinator phone
(505) 272-9304
Program phone
(505) 559-3030
Sponsoring institution
University of New Mexico School of Medicine

Dept. of Internal Medicine MSC10 5550 Albuquerque, NM 87131 Open in Google Maps

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of New Mexico School of Medicine 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 New Mexico School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 33.9% of residents at University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program offer?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program offers 31 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 31 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program received 2,292 applications and interviewed about 15.9% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of New Mexico School of Medicine 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 New Mexico School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program located?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is located at Dept. of Internal Medicine MSC10 5550 Albuquerque, NM 87131. Its sponsoring institution is University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Sara Combs. The program coordinator, Andrea Baca, is the usual contact for application questions.

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