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University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine.

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About University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

ACGME code
7002714035
Program director
Zeb Henson
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
138
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 138 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist 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
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates90%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White76%
  • Asian10%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%

Contact and location

Program director
Zeb Henson
Program coordinator
Jennifer Chappell
Coordinator phone
(601) 984-5532
Sponsoring institution
University of Mississippi School of Medicine

Department of Medicine 2500 N. State St. Jackson, MS 39216 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?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0% 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 6 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 6 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/Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

Where is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program located?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is located at Department of Medicine 2500 N. State St. Jackson, MS 39216. 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 Zeb Henson. The program coordinator, Jennifer Chappell, is the usual contact for application questions.