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University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

Surgery residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine.

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About University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4402721165
Program director
Truman Earl
Location
Jackson, Mississippi
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
651
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Jackson, Mississippi, sponsored by University of Mississippi School of Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 651 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Surgery program has 9.1%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates88%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men35%
  • White83%
  • Asian5%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Truman Earl
Program coordinator
Renee Greene
Coordinator phone
(601) 984-5101
Sponsoring institution
University of Mississippi School of Medicine

2500 N State Street Jackson, MS 39216 Open in Google Maps

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Mississippi Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Mississippi Medical Center 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 Mississippi Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Mississippi Medical Center Program offer?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program offers 7 first-year Surgery positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Mississippi Medical Center 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 Mississippi Medical Center 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 University of Mississippi Medical Center Program located?

University of Mississippi Medical Center Program is located at 2500 N State Street Jackson, MS 39216. Its sponsoring institution is University of Mississippi School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Mississippi Medical Center Program?

The program director is Truman Earl. The program coordinator, Renee Greene, is the usual contact for application questions.

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