PsychiatryCommunity-based university affiliated

University of South Dakota Program

Psychiatry residency program in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sponsored by University of South Dakota School of Medicine.

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About University of South Dakota Program

ACGME code
4004621260
Program director
Shawn Van Gerpen
Location
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
408
Latest cycle
Interview rate
22.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
12%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of South Dakota Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sponsored by University of South Dakota School of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 408 applications and invited about 22.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 12% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 47 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care, rural and women's health tracks.

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

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
22.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates36%
  • US DO graduates52%
  • US IMGs9%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women48%
  • Men52%
  • White88%
  • Asian9%
  • Black or African American3%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%

Contact and location

Program director
Shawn Van Gerpen
Program coordinator
Jantina Burke
Coordinator phone
(605) 322-5737
Sponsoring institution
University of South Dakota School of Medicine

University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Dept of Psychiatry 4400 West 69th Street Suite 1500 Sioux Falls, SD 57108 Open in Google Maps

University of South Dakota Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of South Dakota Program sponsor visas?

University of South Dakota Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of South Dakota Program IMG-friendly?

About 12% of residents at University of South Dakota Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of South Dakota Program offer?

University of South Dakota Program offers 8 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of South Dakota Program?

University of South Dakota Program received 408 applications and interviewed about 22.8% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 University of South Dakota Program located?

University of South Dakota Program is located at University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Dept of Psychiatry 4400 West 69th Street Suite 1500 Sioux Falls, SD 57108. Its sponsoring institution is University of South Dakota School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of South Dakota Program?

The program director is Shawn Van Gerpen. The program coordinator, Jantina Burke, is the usual contact for application questions.