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Medical University of South Carolina Program

Surgery residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.

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About Medical University of South Carolina Program

ACGME code
4404521315
Program director
Colleen Donahue
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,382
Latest cycle
IMG residents
2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Medical University of South Carolina Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,382 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 2% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 80 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates17%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs2%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White76%
  • Asian16%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Colleen Donahue
Program coordinator
Jerri O'Banner
Coordinator phone
(843) 792-4607
Program phone
(843) 792-8593
Sponsoring institution
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

96 Jonathan Lucas MSC 613 Charleston, SC 29425 Open in Google Maps

Medical University of South Carolina Program: frequently asked questions

Does Medical University of South Carolina Program sponsor visas?

Medical University of South Carolina 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 Medical University of South Carolina Program IMG-friendly?

About 2% of residents at Medical University of South Carolina Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Medical University of South Carolina Program offer?

Medical University of South Carolina Program offers 8 first-year Surgery positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Medical University of South Carolina Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Medical University of South Carolina Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is Medical University of South Carolina Program located?

Medical University of South Carolina Program is located at 96 Jonathan Lucas MSC 613 Charleston, SC 29425. Its sponsoring institution is Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Medical University of South Carolina Program?

The program director is Colleen Donahue. The program coordinator, Jerri O'Banner, is the usual contact for application questions.

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