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University of North Dakota Program

Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Fargo, ND(Map, ND Metropolitan Area Metro)
24
Positions
#202
Specialty Rank
$66,839
PGY1 Salary
41.7%
IMG %
#202
Internal Medicine Ranking
65th Percentile
Top 35% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
1403721326
NRMP Code:
1539140C0
Program Type:
Community-based university affiliated
Total Positions:
24
Interviews:
68

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Years of Graduation Cutoff:
4 years
Visa Sponsorship:
H1B, J1, F1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
65
Max Hours on Duty:
16
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1.5
Lecture/Conference Hours:
8/week
Night Float:
Yes
Vacation Days:
15
Sick Days:
12
Faculty Ratio:
0.10

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
6
0
Part-Time Physicians:
6
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
40%
Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
10%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

We are a university-sponsored, community-based program based out of Sanford Health in Fargo, ND. As a regional referral center and Level I trauma center, Sanford provides exposure to diverse clinical experiences and complex pathologies. Our small size fosters close relationships, strong camaraderie, and collaboration with peers and faculty from multiple residencies and fellowships. Residents enjoy a well-balanced curriculum, excellent employee benefits, and a supportive learning environment.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives
  • Hospice/home care experience

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$66,839
PGY-1
$69,430
PGY-2
$72,120
PGY-3
00

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Fully Paid by Institution

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Fargo, ND
Metropolitan Area
Map, ND Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
West North Central
Metropolitan Population
776,874

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
66(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$350K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.5K/mo
Median Household Income
$85K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
26.9%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
776,874
Median Age
26 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.4
Poverty Rate
21.0%
Unemployment Rate
8.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
66°F
Winter
36°F
Sunny Days
296 days
Precipitation
45"
Humidity
51%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.46
Restaurant Meal
11.88
Gas (per gallon)
$3.66
Gym Membership
44

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$66,839
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$101,271
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
1403721326
NRMP Code:
1539140C0
Total Positions:
24
Interviews:
68
Program Type:
Community-based university affiliated

Contact Information

Program Director:
Jennifer Raum
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
More Information

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/28/2026 - 11/1/2026
Interview Period:
11/2/2025 - 1/15/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
4
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
200

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June
July Start Date:
July 1

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1539140C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Sanford Medical Center Fargo
Primary Teaching Site:
Sanford Medical Center Fargo
Contact Person:
Carla Beach
Contact Email:
intmed@med.und.edu

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
8
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:8
PGY-2:8
PGY-3:8

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
42

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Years of Graduation Cutoff
3 years
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
IMG Percentage
41.7%
IMG Classification
HIGH
IMG Specialty Percentile
37th percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
25.0%
DO Classification
HIGH

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