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Southern Illinois University Program

Surgery residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

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About Southern Illinois University Program

ACGME code
4401621102
Program director
Melanie Barnard
Location
Springfield, Illinois
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
1,051
Latest cycle
Interview rate
5.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
40%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Southern Illinois University Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois 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 1,051 applications and invited about 5.1% 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 40% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
5.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates55%
  • US DO graduates5%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs35%

Demographics

  • Women60%
  • Men40%
  • White45%
  • Asian30%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Melanie Barnard
Program coordinator
Amber Cruze
Coordinator phone
(217) 545-4401
Sponsoring institution
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

701 N 1st St, Ste. D308 PO Box 19638 Springfield, IL 62794-9638 Open in Google Maps

Southern Illinois University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Southern Illinois University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Southern Illinois University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Southern Illinois University Program IMG-friendly?

About 40% of residents at Southern Illinois University 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 Southern Illinois University Program offer?

Southern Illinois University Program offers 4 first-year Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Southern Illinois University Program?

Southern Illinois University Program received 1,051 applications and interviewed about 5.1% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Southern Illinois University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Southern Illinois University 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 Southern Illinois University Program located?

Southern Illinois University Program is located at 701 N 1st St, Ste. D308 PO Box 19638 Springfield, IL 62794-9638. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Southern Illinois University Program?

The program director is Melanie Barnard. The program coordinator, Amber Cruze, is the usual contact for application questions.

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