SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Marshall University School of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in Huntington, West Virginia, sponsored by Marshall University School of Medicine.

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About Marshall University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4405521366
Program director
Paul Bown
Location
Huntington, West Virginia
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
984
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
34%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Marshall University School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Huntington, West Virginia, sponsored by Marshall University School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 984 applications and invited about 9.3% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 34% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
4
Interview rate
9.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates61%
  • US DO graduates4%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White78%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American13%

Contact and location

Program director
Paul Bown
Program coordinator
Missy Morrison
Coordinator phone
(304) 691-1282
Program phone
(304) 691-1200
Sponsoring institution
Marshall University School of Medicine

1600 Medical Center Dr, Suite 2500 Huntington, WV 25701 Open in Google Maps

Marshall University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Marshall University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Marshall University School 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 Marshall University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 34% of residents at Marshall University School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Marshall University School of Medicine Program offer?

Marshall University School of Medicine Program offers 4 first-year Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Marshall University School of Medicine Program?

Marshall University School of Medicine Program received 984 applications and interviewed about 9.3% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Marshall University School 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 Marshall University School 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 Marshall University School of Medicine Program located?

Marshall University School of Medicine Program is located at 1600 Medical Center Dr, Suite 2500 Huntington, WV 25701. Its sponsoring institution is Marshall University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Marshall University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Paul Bown. The program coordinator, Missy Morrison, is the usual contact for application questions.

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