Programs/Pediatrics/Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program
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PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Saginaw, MI(Saginaw, MI Metropolitan Area Metro)
13
Positions
#210
Specialty Rank
$59,000
PGY1 Salary
87.5%
IMG %
#210
Pediatrics Ranking
3rd Percentile
Top 97% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 3202500001
- NRMP Code:
- 1320320C0YOG
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 13
- Interviews:
- 64
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 209
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 50
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 14
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 2
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 4/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Vacation Days:
- 11
- Sick Days:
- 9
- Faculty Ratio:
- 0.60
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 8
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 4
- Part-Time Physicians:
- 1
- Female Faculty:
- 57.1%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 40%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 10%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
The Central Michigan University (CMU) College of Medicine Pediatric Residency program is founded upon the strong training history of the region. Our pediatric faculty is composed of core and non-core faculty in the clinic and hospital settings. Pediatric residents will develop a strong foundation with skills to manage a robust medical home focusing on nutrition, well-being, mental health, coordination of care, and preventive care.
Program Offers & Benefits
- On-site child care
- Free parking
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
- Hospice/home care experience
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Not available
Salary Progression
$59,000
PGY-1
$60,500
PGY-2
$62,500
PGY-3
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 76(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $235K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.1K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $50K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 21.6%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Metropolitan Population
- 10,057,921
- Median Age
- 41 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.6900000000000001
- Poverty Rate
- 11.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 7.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
81°F
Winter
41°F
Sunny Days
280 days
Precipitation
49"
Humidity
66%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$5.22
Restaurant Meal
11.02
Gas (per gallon)
$4.12
Gym Membership
52
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 3202500001
- NRMP Code:
- 1320320C0YOG
- Total Positions:
- 13
- Interviews:
- 64
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Roland Leeshing Chu
- Email:
- cmedpediatrics@cmich.edu
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/21/2026 - 10/30/2026
- Interview Period:
- 10/22/2026 - 1/21/2027
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 3
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
- Min Step 1 Score:
- 194
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 209
COMLEX Requirements
- COMLEX Level 1:
- Yes
- COMLEX Level 2:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- June
- June Start Date:
- June 24
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 1320320C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Covenant HealthCare Hospital
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Covenant HealthCare Hospital
- Contact Person:
- Delaney R Trombley
- Contact Email:
- cmedpediatrics@cmich.edu
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 4
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:4PGY-2:4PGY-3:5
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 77
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Min Step 2 Score
- 209
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 87.5%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 12.5%
- DO Classification
- MODERATE
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