Southern Illinois University Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.
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- ACGME code
- 1801621134
- Program director
- Jeremy Kulacz
- Location
- Springfield, Illinois
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 4
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 801
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 75%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Southern Illinois University Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 801 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 75% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 68 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
- Year of graduation limit
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 4
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates13%
- US DO graduates13%
- US IMGs25%
- Non-US IMGs50%
Demographics
- Women50%
- Men50%
- White31%
- Asian56%
- Black or African American6%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Jeremy Kulacz
- Program coordinator
- Mandi Praed
- Coordinator phone
- (217) 545-8000
- Program phone
- (217) 545-2253
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Department of Neurology PO Box 19643 Springfield, IL 62794-9643 Open in Google Maps
Southern Illinois University Program: frequently asked questions
Does Southern Illinois University Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Southern Illinois University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Southern Illinois University Program IMG-friendly?
About 75% of residents at Southern Illinois University Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Neurology program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does Southern Illinois University Program offer?
Southern Illinois University Program offers 4 first-year Neurology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Southern Illinois 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 Southern Illinois University Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is Southern Illinois University Program located?
Southern Illinois University Program is located at Department of Neurology PO Box 19643 Springfield, IL 62794-9643. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of Southern Illinois University Program?
The program director is Jeremy Kulacz. The program coordinator, Mandi Praed, is the usual contact for application questions.