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Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program

Surgery residency program in Phoenix, Arizona, sponsored by Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.

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About Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program

ACGME code
4400321402
Program director
Megan Nelson
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
1,340
Latest cycle
Interview rate
6.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
35%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program is a other Surgery residency program in Phoenix, Arizona, sponsored by Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,340 applications and invited about 6.9% 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 35% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
6.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates66%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs28%

Demographics

  • Women59%
  • Men41%
  • White45%
  • Asian41%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%

Contact and location

Program director
Megan Nelson
Program coordinator
Leah Moore
Coordinator phone
(480) 342-0865
Program phone
(480) 342-2849
Sponsoring institution
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

Mayo Clinic 5777 East Mayo Boulevard Phoenix, AZ 85054 Open in Google Maps

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) 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 Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program IMG-friendly?

About 35% of residents at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program offer?

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program offers 5 first-year Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program?

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program received 1,340 applications and interviewed about 6.9% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) 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 Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program located?

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program is located at Mayo Clinic 5777 East Mayo Boulevard Phoenix, AZ 85054. Its sponsoring institution is Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.

Who is the program director of Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Phoenix) Program?

The program director is Megan Nelson. The program coordinator, Leah Moore, is the usual contact for application questions.

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