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University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

Orthopaedic Surgery 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
2602721006
Program director
Matthew Graves
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
315
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 315 applications and invited about 17.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Orthopaedic Surgery interview rate of 16.2%.

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

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
17.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women23%
  • Men77%
  • White77%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino14%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Graves
Program coordinator
Amy Kraus
Coordinator phone
(601) 984-5153
Program phone
(601) 815-5698
Sponsoring institution
University of Mississippi School of Medicine

2500 N State Street 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 Orthopaedic Surgery 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 5 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program received 315 applications and interviewed about 17.1% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

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 and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program located?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is located at 2500 N State Street 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 Matthew Graves. The program coordinator, Amy Kraus, is the usual contact for application questions.