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University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sponsored by University of South Dakota School of Medicine.

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About University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4404600001
Program director
Thavam Thambi-Pillai
Location
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
353
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
16%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sponsored by University of South Dakota School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 353 applications and invited about 13.6% 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 16% 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 75 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
13.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates74%
  • US DO graduates11%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs16%

Demographics

  • Women42%
  • Men58%
  • White74%
  • Asian16%
  • Black or African American5%

Contact and location

Program director
Thavam Thambi-Pillai
Program coordinator
Margie Schade
Coordinator phone
(605) 357-1391
Sponsoring institution
University of South Dakota School of Medicine

1400 West 22nd Street #219 Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Open in Google Maps

University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

University of South Dakota School of Medicine 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 South Dakota School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 16% of residents at University of South Dakota 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.

How many residency positions does University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program offer?

University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program offers 4 first-year Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program?

University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program received 353 applications and interviewed about 13.6% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

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

University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program is located at 1400 West 22nd Street #219 Sioux Falls, SD 57105. Its sponsoring institution is University of South Dakota School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Thavam Thambi-Pillai. The program coordinator, Margie Schade, is the usual contact for application questions.

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