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University of Minnesota Program

UrologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Minneapolis, MN(Minneapolis, MN Metropolitan Area Metro)
15
Positions
$71,862
PGY1 Salary
6.7%
IMG %

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4802621072
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
15
Interviews:
40

Contact Information

Philipp Dahm
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
- YOG C

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
60
Max Hours on Duty:
24
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1.5
Lecture/Conference Hours:
4/week
Night Float:
No
Vacation Days:
15
Faculty Ratio:
1.50

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
23
Non-Physician Staff:
4
0
Female Faculty:
17.4%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
50%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

University of Minnesota, Urology has every subspecialty represented: oncology, reconstruction, stones, infertility, pediatrics and training in laparoscopic, endoscopic and open surgical techniques. We have a Simulation Center, Robotic Trainers, and endoscopic training modules. Residents are encouraged to engage in research, with the goal of at least one project per year. We are thrilled you are looking into our program. Visit us @ https://med.umn.edu/urology/education-training/residency.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$71,862
PGY-1
$74,073
PGY-2
$76,589
PGY-3
$79,415
PGY-4
$82,649
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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

City & State
Minneapolis, MN
Metropolitan Area
Minneapolis, MN Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
West North Central
Metropolitan Population
5,695,292

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
96(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$298K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.3K/mo
Median Household Income
$42K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
21.3%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
5,695,292
Median Age
26 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.2
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Unemployment Rate
15.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
76°F
Winter
46°F
Sunny Days
288 days
Precipitation
45"
Humidity
51%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.14
Restaurant Meal
11.04
Gas (per gallon)
$3.40
Gym Membership
41

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$71,862
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$74,856
Value Rating
Good
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4802621072
Total Positions:
15
Interviews:
40
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Philipp Dahm
Program Website:
Visit Website

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/15/2026 - 9/30/2026
Interview Period:
11/1/2026 - 12/20/2026
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:
210

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
No

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of Minnesota
Primary Teaching Site:
University of Minnesota
Contact Person:
Liz Mayock
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
3
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:3
PGY-2:3
PGY-3:3
PGY-4:3
PGY-5:3

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
6.7%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

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