December 2019 - Conrad 30 Program Slots - Physician Immigration

Based on responses from the Conrad 30 program offices, to date, here is a real-time look at where physician candidates may be best placed for J-1 Waiver petitions.  Keep in mind that this list is dynamic and may fluctuate and that each Conrad 30 program may have other requirements regarding specialty, primary care, etc., which the following numerical list does not break down.  The numbers specify remaining slots as of the date listed behind each state.  "NR" indicates not reported. "PC" indicates primary care. "SS" indicates sub specialty. "Flex" is an available designation in certain states that allow for assignments in areas not designated as HPSA/MUA/MUP.

Alabama - 30 (Current as of 11/27/18)

Alaska - 25 (Current as of 11/23/18)

Arizona - Reviewing; approx 5-10 likely available (Current as of 11/30/18)

Arkansas - 15 (Current as of 11/27/18)

California - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Colorado - 25 (Current as of 11/23/18)

Connecticut - No slots available as the program is in the process of considering amendments.

Delaware - 30 (Current as of 11/29/18)

District of Columbia - 30 (Current as of 11/29/18)

Florida - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Georgia - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Hawaii - 30 (Current as of 11/23/18)

Idaho - 29 (Current as of 11/30/18)

Illinois - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Indiana - Will consider up to 5 PC applications; otherwise no slots available

Iowa - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Kansas - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Kentucky - 18 (Current as of 11/28/18)

Louisiana - NR (Current as of 10/30/18)

Maine - 8 (Current as of 11/26/18)

Maryland - 30 (Will begin reviewing December 2, 2018) (Current as of 11/21/18)

Massachusetts - 30 (Reviewing January 2019) (Current as of 11/21/18)

Michigan - 25 applications received (Reviewing January 2019) (Current as of 11/29/18)

Minnesota - 24 applications received (Reviewing December 2018) (Current as of 11/22/18)

Mississippi - 29 (Current as of 11/23/18)

Missouri - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Montana - 29 (Current as of 11/26/18)

Nebraska - 20 (Current as of 11/26/18)

Nevada - 23 (Current as of 11/26/18)

New Hampshire - 26 (Current as of 11/21/18)

New Jersey - 27 (Current as of 11/23/18)

New Mexico - 11 (Current as of 11/19/18)

New York - Receiving applications to review in December/January and notify in March 2019

North Carolina - 24 (Current as of 10/24/18)

North Dakota - 20 (HPSA only) (Current as of 11/28/18)

Ohio - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Oklahoma - 15 (Current as of 11/29/18)

Oregon - 8 (Current as of 11/21/2018)

Pennsylvania - 22 (Receiving applications through December 15) (Current as of 11/5/18)

Rhode Island - 17 (Current as of 11/23/18)

South Carolina - Full until next cycle, October 2019 (unless pending are rejected/withdrawn)

South Dakota - 20 (Current as of 11/26/18)

Tennessee - 27 (Current as of 10/30/18)

Texas - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Utah - 30 (Current as of 11/23/18)

Vermont - 28 (Current as of 11/28/18)

Virginia - 17 (Current as of 11/26/18)

Washington - 13 (Current as of 11/20/18)

Washington D. C. (See "District of Columbia")

West Virginia - Full until next cycle, October 2019 (unless pending are rejected/withdrawn)

Wisconsin - 1 (11/29/2018)

Wyoming - 29 (Current as of 11/29/18)

While there are other J-1 Waiver programs, including Delta Regional and Appalachian Regional, Conrad 30 programs remain the most frequently used program for those needing J-1 Waivers. Also, there are some benefits if the facility is a FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center).

Timing is everything and having the application prepared and evaluated thoroughly from the beginning will prevent delays and improve your chances of receiving the recommendation of a state program.