Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of North Dakota Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Fargo, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

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About University of North Dakota Program

ACGME code
1403721326
Program director
Jennifer Raum
Location
Fargo, North Dakota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,245
Latest cycle
Interview rate
5.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
42%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of North Dakota Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Fargo, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,245 applications and invited about 5.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 42% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
5.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates42%
  • US DO graduates17%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs25%

Demographics

  • Women46%
  • Men54%
  • White88%
  • Asian8%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Jennifer Raum
Program coordinator
Carla Beach
Coordinator phone
(701) 293-4134
Program phone
(701) 417-1332
Sponsoring institution
Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

UNDSMHS Southeast Campus Fargo 4820 23rd Ave S Ste 200 Fargo, ND 58104 Open in Google Maps

University of North Dakota Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of North Dakota Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of North Dakota Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of North Dakota Program IMG-friendly?

About 42% of residents at University of North Dakota 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of North Dakota Program offer?

University of North Dakota Program offers 8 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of North Dakota Program?

University of North Dakota Program received 1,245 applications and interviewed about 5.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota Program located?

University of North Dakota Program is located at UNDSMHS Southeast Campus Fargo 4820 23rd Ave S Ste 200 Fargo, ND 58104. Its sponsoring institution is Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Who is the program director of University of North Dakota Program?

The program director is Jennifer Raum. The program coordinator, Carla Beach, is the usual contact for application questions.

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