Internal Medicine/PediatricsUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Missouri-Columbia Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Columbia, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

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About University of Missouri-Columbia Program

ACGME code
7002832126
Program director
Clayton Butcher
Location
Columbia, Missouri
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
384
Latest cycle
Interview rate
22.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
62%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Missouri-Columbia Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Columbia, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 384 applications and invited about 22.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, which interview about 28.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 62% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 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
4
Interview rate
22.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates31%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs56%

Demographics

  • Women69%
  • Men31%
  • White38%
  • Asian31%
  • Black or African American19%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Clayton Butcher
Program coordinator
Megan Crane
Coordinator phone
(573) 884-3001
Program phone
(573) 882-4438
Sponsoring institution
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

Dept of Child Health One Hospital Dr/DCO58.00 Columbia, MO 65212 Open in Google Maps

University of Missouri-Columbia Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Missouri-Columbia Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia Program IMG-friendly?

About 62% of residents at University of Missouri-Columbia Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Missouri-Columbia Program offer?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program offers 4 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Missouri-Columbia Program?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program received 384 applications and interviewed about 22.9% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

Where is University of Missouri-Columbia Program located?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program is located at Dept of Child Health One Hospital Dr/DCO58.00 Columbia, MO 65212. Its sponsoring institution is University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Missouri-Columbia Program?

The program director is Clayton Butcher. The program coordinator, Megan Crane, is the usual contact for application questions.