PsychiatryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Michigan State University Program

Psychiatry residency program in East Lansing, Michigan, sponsored by Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

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About Michigan State University Program

ACGME code
4002521101
Program director
Emily Schnurr
Location
East Lansing, Michigan
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
802
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Michigan State University Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in East Lansing, Michigan, sponsored by Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 802 applications and invited about 9.6% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 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
6
Interview rate
9.6%
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates50%
  • US DO graduates46%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women62%
  • Men38%
  • White58%
  • Asian31%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native8%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Emily Schnurr
Program coordinator
Jordan Sturgill
Coordinator phone
(517) 432-2995
Program phone
(517) 353-3070
Sponsoring institution
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Department of Psychiatry, East Fee Hall 965 Wilson Road, Room A-233 East Lansing, MI 48824 Open in Google Maps

Michigan State University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Michigan State University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Michigan State University Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Michigan State University Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at Michigan State University Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Michigan State University Program offer?

Michigan State University Program offers 6 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Michigan State University Program?

Michigan State University Program received 802 applications and interviewed about 9.6% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Michigan State University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Michigan State University Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.

Where is Michigan State University Program located?

Michigan State University Program is located at Department of Psychiatry, East Fee Hall 965 Wilson Road, Room A-233 East Lansing, MI 48824. Its sponsoring institution is Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.

Who is the program director of Michigan State University Program?

The program director is Emily Schnurr. The program coordinator, Jordan Sturgill, is the usual contact for application questions.