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University of Missouri-Columbia Program

Pediatrics residency program in Columbia, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

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About University of Missouri-Columbia Program

ACGME code
3202811123
Program director
Aneesh Tosh
Location
Columbia, Missouri
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
491
Latest cycle
Interview rate
45.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
8%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Missouri-Columbia Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Columbia, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 491 applications and invited about 45.4% 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 8% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
45.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates56%
  • US DO graduates36%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women64%
  • Men36%
  • White84%
  • Asian12%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%

Contact and location

Program director
Aneesh Tosh
Program coordinator
Penny Adams
Coordinator phone
(573) 882-4438
Sponsoring institution
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

1 Hospital Drive DCO58.00 Columbia, MO 65212 Open in Google Maps

University of Missouri-Columbia Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Missouri-Columbia Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia Program IMG-friendly?

About 8% of residents at University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia Program offer?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program offers 9 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Missouri-Columbia Program?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program received 491 applications and interviewed about 45.4% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia Program located?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program is located at 1 Hospital Drive DCO58.00 Columbia, MO 65212. Its sponsoring institution is University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Missouri-Columbia Program?

The program director is Aneesh Tosh. The program coordinator, Penny Adams, is the usual contact for application questions.

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