Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program Transitional Year Residency
Transitional Year residency program in Fort Smith, Arkansas, sponsored by Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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- ACGME code
- 9990400004
- Program director
- Andrew Ryals
- Location
- Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Applicants
- 623
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 73%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Transitional Year residency program in Fort Smith, Arkansas, sponsored by Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
In the latest application cycle the program received 623 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 73% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Transitional Year programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 60 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
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates18%
- US DO graduates9%
- US IMGs9%
- Non-US IMGs64%
Demographics
- Women36%
- Men64%
- White18%
- Asian36%
- Black or African American45%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Andrew Ryals
- Program coordinator
- Martha Pendleton
- Coordinator phone
- (479) 314-1153
- Program phone
- (479) 314-6000
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
7301 Rogers Fort Smith, AR 72903 Open in Google Maps
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program IMG-friendly?
About 73% of residents at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Transitional Year program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Arkansas College of Osteopathic 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 Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Transitional Year programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.
Where is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program located?
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program is located at 7301 Rogers Fort Smith, AR 72903. Its sponsoring institution is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Who is the program director of Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Program?
The program director is Andrew Ryals. The program coordinator, Martha Pendleton, is the usual contact for application questions.