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University of Minnesota Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

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About University of Minnesota Program

ACGME code
3402621028
Program director
Florence John
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
415
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
17%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Minnesota Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 415 applications and invited about 12% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, which interview about 16.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 17% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 56 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
4
Interview rate
12%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates61%
  • US DO graduates22%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs11%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White78%
  • Asian17%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino17%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Florence John
Program coordinator
Heather Woeste
Coordinator phone
(612) 626-4959
Program phone
(612) 626-5578
Sponsoring institution
University of Minnesota

MMC 297 UMHC, 500 Boynton HSB 420 Delaware St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55455 Open in Google Maps

University of Minnesota Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Minnesota Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Minnesota 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 Minnesota Program IMG-friendly?

About 17% of residents at University of Minnesota Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Minnesota Program offer?

University of Minnesota Program offers 4 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Minnesota Program?

University of Minnesota Program received 415 applications and interviewed about 12% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Minnesota 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 Minnesota Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is University of Minnesota Program located?

University of Minnesota Program is located at MMC 297 UMHC, 500 Boynton HSB 420 Delaware St. SE Minneapolis, MN 55455. Its sponsoring institution is University of Minnesota.

Who is the program director of University of Minnesota Program?

The program director is Florence John. The program coordinator, Heather Woeste, is the usual contact for application questions.