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Florida State University College of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in Tallahassee, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine.

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About Florida State University College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4401100438
Program director
George Pennington
Location
Tallahassee, Florida
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
879
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
14%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Florida State University College of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Tallahassee, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 879 applications and invited about 7.3% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 14% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 72 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
7.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates87%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women40%
  • Men60%
  • White80%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
George Pennington
Program coordinator
Erin Easterling
Coordinator phone
(850) 431-5567
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
Florida State University College of Medicine

1401 Centerville Rd Suite 107 Tallahassee, FL 32308 Open in Google Maps

Florida State University College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Florida State University College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Florida State University College of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Florida State University College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 14% of residents at Florida State University College of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Florida State University College of Medicine Program offer?

Florida State University College of Medicine Program offers 3 first-year Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Florida State University College of Medicine Program?

Florida State University College of Medicine Program received 879 applications and interviewed about 7.3% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Florida State University College of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Florida State University College of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is Florida State University College of Medicine Program located?

Florida State University College of Medicine Program is located at 1401 Centerville Rd Suite 107 Tallahassee, FL 32308. Its sponsoring institution is Florida State University College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Florida State University College of Medicine Program?

The program director is George Pennington. The program coordinator, Erin Easterling, is the usual contact for application questions.

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