University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program
About This Program
Wide variety of clinical experiences offered in VA and University based hospital settings. - The surrounding area offers many adventures with multiple lakes for boating, fishing, swimming, as well as 73 biking/hiking trails covering 290 miles. From the River District downtown to West Little Rock, many fine dining and cultural experiences are available.
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
Priya Mendiratta, MD, MPH
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Primary Program Contact
Joni Pharis, BBA
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Locations
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Dept of Geriatrics Slot 748
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205-7249
4300 W 7th St
Little Rock, AR 72205-5484
3600 Richards Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72117
5720 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- San Francisco Match
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- ERAS®
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
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
May 15, 2026
Interview Offer Dates
May 15, 2025 - May 15, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
May 15, 2027
Interview Period Starts
May 15, 2025 - May 15, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Dental insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-4
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 21 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.