University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program

Sioux Falls, SD
Community (Uni. Aff.)YOG 4J1H1B
Specialty:Emergency medicine
ACGME Code:1104600001
NRMP Code:2805110C0
Status:Initial Accreditation

Overview

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Program data

ACGME History [3]

Accreditation Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Initial accreditation3
Full accreditation0
Continued0
Warning0
Probationary Accreditation0
Withdrawal0

Program

Program Size

0, 0, 0 (3 years) [1]

Accreditation Status

Initial Accreditation

(Effective: April 9, 2025)

Composition [2]

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Training

Fellowship Rate:--

Faculty-to-Residents Ratio:1.2X [1]

Residents Career Path

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Quality of Life

First Year Paid Sick Leave: 10 days [1]

First Year Paid Vacation: 15 days [1]

First Year Salary: $66,000 [1]

First Year Maximum Consecutive Hours on Duty: --

First Year Average Weekly Hours: 60 hours [1]

Admission

USMLE Step 2 Score: --

Visa Sponsorship:H1B, J1 [2]

YOG Cutoff:4 [1]

Race / Ethnicity

No race data available.

Gender

No gender data available.

Incoming Schools

No incoming school data available.

Rotation Duration by Site

Benchmarks

Match & stats

2026 Residency Applicant & Interview Insights

No data available for USMLE STEP 2 CK Score

No 2026 Applicant & Interview Insights available for this program.

Note: The AIR (Applicant Interview Rate) is calculated as the percentage of applicants in each category who were offered interviews. A higher AIR suggests stronger alignment with program preferences, indicating a greater likelihood of the program favoring applicants in this category.

USMLE STEP 2 CK Score [2]

No data available for USMLE STEP 2 CK Score

No data available for USMLE
STEP 2 CK Score

COMLEX Level 2 Score [2]

No data available for COMLEX Level 2 Score

No data available for COMLEX
Level 2 Score

Match History [4]

Track ID:  2805110C0
2026
6 of 6
Filled Position
Unfilled Position

Roster

Publications

11 Publications (5 yr)

Peer-reviewed output from faculty and residents, last 5 years

Pediatric emergency care2026

Evaluating the Accuracy of Chest Tube Thoracostomy Site Selection by Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians Using Point-of-Care Ultrasound.

Christopher M Biela,1Mason R Ruthford,2Aalap Shah,3Bethany J Wolf,4
PMID: 42366752doi.org/10.1097/PEC.0000000000003645

Location

Sioux Falls, SD [5]

Population
192,517
Median income
$77,719Above
Education
36.2%Above
Employment
60.6%Below
Health
7.9%Above
Age
36On par
  • Above the national average
  • Below the national average
  • Similar to the national average

Housing — Rental prices [6]

Rental prices

Crime — All violent offences [7]

Rate per 100,000 residents

Living in Sioux Falls, SD

Crime Rate and Safety

Sioux Falls has a relatively low crime rate compared to other cities in the U.S., making it a safe place to live.

Fun Activities

Sioux Falls offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including parks, hiking trails, and water activities on the Big Sioux River. The city also has cultural attractions like museums and theaters.

Climate

Sioux Falls experiences all four seasons, with cold winters and warm summers. Be prepared for snow in the winter months.

Races and Population

Sioux Falls has a diverse population with a mix of races and ethnicities, creating a welcoming and inclusive community.

Education

The city has good public and private schools, as well as higher education institutions like the University of Sioux Falls and Augustana University.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Sioux Falls is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to reside.

Neaby Cities

Sioux Falls is the largest city in South Dakota. The nearest bigger cities are Minneapolis, MN, and Omaha, NE, which are both approximately a 3-hour drive away. Minneapolis offers a vibrant urban experience with cultural attractions, while Omaha is known for its zoo and museums.

Pros

  • Low crime rate
  • affordable cost of living
  • diverse population
  • and plenty of recreational activities.

Cons

  • Cold winters and distance from larger cities for more diverse entertainment options.

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References

1. Freida - https://freida.ama-assn.org/program/1104600001

2. Residency Explorer - https://www.residencyexplorer.org/Program/GetByIdWithMedicalSpecialty/95e5fd9a-6154-c5ae-b9bc-2615674c139c

3. ACGME - Accreditation Data System (ADS) - https://apps.acgme.org/ads/Public/Programs/Search

4. NRMP Results and Data: 2022-2026 Main Residency Match - https://www.nrmp.org/match-data/2026/03/program-results-2022-2026/

5. United States Census Bureau - https://data.census.gov/profile/City,_VS?g=010XX00US

6. Zillow Research - Observed Rent Index (ZORI) - https://www.zillow.com/research/data/

7. FBI - Crime/Law Enforcement Stats (Uniform Crime Reporting Program) - https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucr