University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in Peoria, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.
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- ACGME code
- 1801621147
- Program director
- Tiffani Franada
- Location
- Peoria, Illinois
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 4
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 889
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 4.7%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 75%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program is a community-based university affiliated Neurology residency program in Peoria, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 889 applications and invited about 4.7% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Neurology programs, which interview about 12.6% of applicants.
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 65 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
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 4
- Interview rate
- 4.7%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates10%
- US DO graduates15%
- US IMGs30%
- Non-US IMGs45%
Demographics
- Women30%
- Men70%
- White25%
- Asian45%
- Black or African American5%
- Hispanic or Latino20%
- Other15%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Tiffani Franada
- Program coordinator
- Tammi Miller
- Coordinator phone
- (309) 655-2702
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria
One Illini Drive, Box 1649 Peoria, IL 61656 Open in Google Maps
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program IMG-friendly?
About 75% of residents at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program offer?
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program offers 4 first-year Neurology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program?
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program received 889 applications and interviewed about 4.7% of applicants. The typical Neurology program interviews about 12.6%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program located?
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program is located at One Illini Drive, Box 1649 Peoria, IL 61656. Its sponsoring institution is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.
Who is the program director of University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program?
The program director is Tiffani Franada. The program coordinator, Tammi Miller, is the usual contact for application questions.