University of North Dakota Program
About This Program
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 Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Jennifer Raum, MD, MBA
Univ of North Dakota Sch of Med
Primary Program Contact
Carla Beach
Univ of North Dakota Sch of Med
Locations
Univ of North Dakota Sch of Med
UNDSMHS Southeast Campus Fargo
4820 23rd Ave S Ste 200
Fargo, ND 58104-9138
501 N Columbia Rd
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9037
2101 N Elm St
Fargo, ND 58102
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Letter from a department chair
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 3 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US or outside the US
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Nov 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Nov 5, 2025 - Dec 5, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Nov 1, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Dental insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.