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West Virginia University Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Morgantown, West Virginia, sponsored by West Virginia University School of Medicine.

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About West Virginia University Program

ACGME code
1405511440
Program director
Josephine Reece
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
27
First-year spots
Applicants
2,179
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
26%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

West Virginia University Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Morgantown, West Virginia, sponsored by West Virginia University School of Medicine. It offers 27 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,179 applications and invited about 11.4% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Internal Medicine interview rate of 10.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 26% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care, research and rural 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
27
Interview rate
11.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates71%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs21%

Demographics

  • Women37%
  • Men63%
  • White51%
  • Asian27%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Josephine Reece
Program coordinator
Deniece Hamilton
Coordinator phone
(304) 293-2245
Program phone
(304) 293-1964
Sponsoring institution
West Virginia University School of Medicine

RCB Health Sciences Ctr 1 Medical Ctr Dr, PO Box 9168 Morgantown, WV 26506-9168 Open in Google Maps

West Virginia University Program: frequently asked questions

Does West Virginia University Program sponsor visas?

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

Is West Virginia University Program IMG-friendly?

About 26% of residents at West Virginia University 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 West Virginia University Program offer?

West Virginia University Program offers 27 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 27 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is West Virginia University Program?

West Virginia University Program received 2,179 applications and interviewed about 11.4% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for West Virginia University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has West Virginia University 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 West Virginia University Program located?

West Virginia University Program is located at RCB Health Sciences Ctr 1 Medical Ctr Dr, PO Box 9168 Morgantown, WV 26506-9168. Its sponsoring institution is West Virginia University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of West Virginia University Program?

The program director is Josephine Reece. The program coordinator, Deniece Hamilton, is the usual contact for application questions.

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