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University of Missouri-Columbia Program

Surgery residency program in Columbia, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

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About University of Missouri-Columbia Program

ACGME code
4402821166
Program director
Andrew Wheeler
Location
Columbia, Missouri
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
555
Latest cycle
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Missouri-Columbia Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Columbia, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 555 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% 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 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates15%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women31%
  • Men69%
  • White85%
  • Asian8%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native8%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrew Wheeler
Program coordinator
Tonya Kubiak
Coordinator phone
(573) 884-0762
Program phone
(573) 884-2000
Sponsoring institution
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

One Hospital Drive 4th Floor McHaney Hall Columbia, MO 65212 Open in Google Maps

University of Missouri-Columbia Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Missouri-Columbia Program sponsor visas?

University of Missouri-Columbia 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 University of Missouri-Columbia Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of Missouri-Columbia 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 University of Missouri-Columbia Program offer?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program offers 5 first-year Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia Program located?

University of Missouri-Columbia Program is located at One Hospital Drive 4th Floor McHaney Hall Columbia, MO 65212. Its sponsoring institution is University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Missouri-Columbia Program?

The program director is Andrew Wheeler. The program coordinator, Tonya Kubiak, is the usual contact for application questions.

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