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University of Kansas School of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in Kansas City, Kansas, sponsored by University of Kansas School of Medicine.

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About University of Kansas School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4401921108
Program director
Jocelyn Hunter Rose
Location
Kansas City, Kansas
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
597
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Kansas City, Kansas, sponsored by University of Kansas School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 597 applications and invited about 14.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 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
  • 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
6
Interview rate
14.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates62%
  • US DO graduates34%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women62%
  • Men38%
  • White76%
  • Asian10%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino17%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Jocelyn Hunter Rose
Program coordinator
Kelley Laurie
Coordinator phone
(913) 588-6124
Program phone
(913) 588-3897
Sponsoring institution
University of Kansas School of Medicine

Room 4022 Murphy 3901 Rainbow Blvd, MS 2005 Kansas City, KS 66160 Open in Google Maps

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kansas School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

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

About 3% of residents at University of Kansas School 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 University of Kansas School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program offers 6 first-year Surgery positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kansas School of Medicine Program?

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program received 597 applications and interviewed about 14.6% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

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

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program is located at Room 4022 Murphy 3901 Rainbow Blvd, MS 2005 Kansas City, KS 66160. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kansas School of Medicine.

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

The program director is Jocelyn Hunter Rose. The program coordinator, Kelley Laurie, is the usual contact for application questions.

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