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University of North Dakota Program

Surgery residency program in Grand Forks, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

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About University of North Dakota Program

ACGME code
4403721379
Program director
Colette Pameijer
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
523
Latest cycle
IMG residents
9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of North Dakota Program is a not Available Surgery residency program in Grand Forks, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 523 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 9% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

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
6
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates77%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women42%
  • Men58%
  • White87%
  • Asian10%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Colette Pameijer
Program coordinator
Lisa Steinbrink
Coordinator phone
(701) 777-2636
Email
[email protected]
Website
Program website
Sponsoring institution
Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

Dept of Surgery 1301 North Columbia Road Stop 9037 Grand Forks, ND 58202-9037 Open in Google Maps

University of North Dakota Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of North Dakota Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota Program IMG-friendly?

About 9% of residents at University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota Program offer?

University of North Dakota Program offers 6 first-year Surgery positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota Program located?

University of North Dakota Program is located at Dept of Surgery 1301 North Columbia Road Stop 9037 Grand Forks, ND 58202-9037. Its sponsoring institution is Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Who is the program director of University of North Dakota Program?

The program director is Colette Pameijer. The program coordinator, Lisa Steinbrink, is the usual contact for application questions.

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