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University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

Pediatrics 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
3202712122
Program director
Mary Katherine Hood
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
16
First-year spots
Applicants
618
Latest cycle
Interview rate
36.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
20%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine. It offers 16 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 618 applications and invited about 36.7% 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 20% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
16
Interview rate
36.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates56%
  • US DO graduates24%
  • US IMGs14%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women88%
  • Men12%
  • White82%
  • Asian8%
  • Black or African American12%

Contact and location

Program director
Mary Katherine Hood
Program coordinator
Sarah Tillman
Coordinator phone
(601) 815-1787
Program phone
(601) 815-8489
Sponsoring institution
University of Mississippi School of Medicine

2500 North State Street Jackson, MS 39216-4505 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?

About 20% of residents at University of Mississippi Medical Center 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 University of Mississippi Medical Center Program offer?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program offers 16 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program received 618 applications and interviewed about 36.7% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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 Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program located?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is located at 2500 North State Street Jackson, MS 39216-4505. 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 Mary Katherine Hood. The program coordinator, Sarah Tillman, is the usual contact for application questions.

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