Medical University of South Carolina Program
About This Program
The MUSC Psychiatry Residency Program in Charleston, SC is based in a large academic department with world class research and diverse clinical rotations and opportunities at MUSC proper and our affiliates. We strive to provide resident-centered and highly relevant clinical education and training consistent with contemporary psychiatric practice, yet remain informed by the rich history of our field. Our translational research exposes residents to emerging treatments advancing our discipline.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Edward M Kantor, MD
Medical University of South Carolina
Primary Program Contact
Shelly Drake, MD
Medical University of South Carolina
Locations
Medical University of South Carolina
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sci.
67 President St
Charleston, SC 29425-5712
169 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425-0950
109 Bee St
Charleston, SC 29401-5799
2090 Executive Hall Rd
Charleston, SC 29403
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
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
- 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
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
Jan 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Nov 3, 2025 - Feb 13, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Jan 1, 2027
Interview Period Starts
Nov 2, 2026 - Feb 15, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
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Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 15 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.