Radiation OncologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

Radiation Oncology 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
4302731140
Program director
Eswara Mundra
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
83
Latest cycle
Interview rate
36.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is a university Based Radiation Oncology residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Radiation Oncology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 83 applications and invited about 36.1% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Radiation Oncology programs, which interview about 29.4% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Radiation Oncology program has 7%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
36.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Eswara Mundra
Program coordinator
Adriana Hand
Coordinator phone
(601) 815-5762
Program phone
(601) 984-2500
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?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Radiation Oncology program has 7% 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 2 first-year Radiation Oncology positions, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Mississippi Medical Center Program?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program received 83 applications and interviewed about 36.1% of applicants. The typical Radiation Oncology program interviews about 29.4%.

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 Radiation Oncology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

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 Eswara Mundra. The program coordinator, Adriana Hand, is the usual contact for application questions.