Internal MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of South Dakota Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sponsored by University of South Dakota School of Medicine.

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About University of South Dakota Program

ACGME code
1404621406
Program director
Joseph Fanciullo
Location
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
1,629
Latest cycle
Interview rate
6.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
67%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of South Dakota Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sponsored by University of South Dakota School of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,629 applications and invited about 6.6% 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 67% 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 56 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
6.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs63%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men37%
  • White33%
  • Asian59%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Joseph Fanciullo
Program coordinator
Randall Lamfers
Coordinator phone
(605) 212-9855
Program phone
(605) 357-1558
Sponsoring institution
University of South Dakota School of Medicine

Sanford School of Medicine of the U. South Dakota Department of Medicine 1400 W. 22nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Open in Google Maps

University of South Dakota Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of South Dakota Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of South 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 South Dakota Program IMG-friendly?

About 67% of residents at University of South 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 South Dakota Program offer?

University of South Dakota Program offers 9 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of South Dakota Program?

University of South Dakota Program received 1,629 applications and interviewed about 6.6% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

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

University of South Dakota Program is located at Sanford School of Medicine of the U. South Dakota Department of Medicine 1400 W. 22nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Its sponsoring institution is University of South Dakota School of Medicine.

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

The program director is Joseph Fanciullo. The program coordinator, Randall Lamfers, is the usual contact for application questions.

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