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Medical College of Georgia Program

Pediatrics residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by Medical College of Georgia.

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About Medical College of Georgia Program

ACGME code
3201221062
Program director
Lauren Newhall
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
19
First-year spots
Applicants
1,056
Latest cycle
Interview rate
38.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
21%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Medical College of Georgia Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by Medical College of Georgia. It offers 19 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,056 applications and invited about 38.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 21% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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
19
Interview rate
38.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates44%
  • US DO graduates35%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women79%
  • Men21%
  • White48%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other13%

Contact and location

Program director
Lauren Newhall
Program coordinator
Jennifer VanCise
Coordinator phone
(706) 721-5036
Program phone
(706) 721-9442
Sponsoring institution
Medical College of Georgia

Wellstar MCG Health 1446 Harper Street BG1071 Augusta, GA 30912-3768 Open in Google Maps

Medical College of Georgia Program: frequently asked questions

Does Medical College of Georgia Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Medical College of Georgia Program IMG-friendly?

About 21% of residents at Medical College of Georgia Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Medical College of Georgia Program offer?

Medical College of Georgia Program offers 19 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 19 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Medical College of Georgia Program?

Medical College of Georgia Program received 1,056 applications and interviewed about 38.7% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Medical College of Georgia 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 College of Georgia Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is Medical College of Georgia Program located?

Medical College of Georgia Program is located at Wellstar MCG Health 1446 Harper Street BG1071 Augusta, GA 30912-3768. Its sponsoring institution is Medical College of Georgia.

Who is the program director of Medical College of Georgia Program?

The program director is Lauren Newhall. The program coordinator, Jennifer VanCise, is the usual contact for application questions.

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