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Medical University of South Carolina Program

Internal Medicine/Psychiatry residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.

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About Medical University of South Carolina Program

ACGME code
7154544025
Program director
Benjamin Kalivas
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
133
Latest cycle
Interview rate
15.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Medical University of South Carolina Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Psychiatry residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions.

In the latest application cycle the program received 133 applications and invited about 15.8% of applicants to interview.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs). The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
2
Interview rate
15.8%
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

  • Women70%
  • Men30%
  • White90%
  • Black or African American10%

Contact and location

Program director
Benjamin Kalivas
Program coordinator
Michele Drake
Coordinator phone
(843) 792-0192
Sponsoring institution
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

Dept of Psychiatry 67 President St/PO Box 250861 Charleston, SC 29425 Open in Google Maps

Medical University of South Carolina Program: frequently asked questions

Does Medical University of South Carolina Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Medical University of South Carolina Program IMG-friendly?

Medical University of South Carolina Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Medical University of South Carolina Program offer?

Medical University of South Carolina Program offers 2 first-year Internal Medicine/Psychiatry positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Medical University of South Carolina Program?

Medical University of South Carolina Program received 133 applications and interviewed about 15.8% of applicants.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Medical University of South Carolina Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Medical University of South Carolina Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them.

Where is Medical University of South Carolina Program located?

Medical University of South Carolina Program is located at Dept of Psychiatry 67 President St/PO Box 250861 Charleston, SC 29425. Its sponsoring institution is Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Medical University of South Carolina Program?

The program director is Benjamin Kalivas. The program coordinator, Michele Drake, is the usual contact for application questions.