Pay Scale
The salary levels for residents and fellows for the 2026-2027 academic year are listed below.
| PGY Level | Yearly Salary |
|---|---|
| PGY1 | 68,580 |
| PGY2 | 71,030 |
| PGY3 | 73,567 |
| PGY4 | 77,098 |
| PGY5 | 80,464 |
| PGY6 | 83,768 |
| PGY7 | 87,287 |
| PGY8 | 91,134 |
Insurance Benefits
Residents and fellows are provided various plans from which to choose for medical, dental, vision, prescription and life insurances, with optional coverages including disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and family coverage. Detailed benefit information can be found at My Total Rewards.
Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance is provided by the University Self-Insurance Fund.
Leave
Detailed information regarding leave benefits for a particular residency or fellowship program can be obtained by contacting the program coordinator.
- Vacation
- Sick leave
- Educational leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Bereavement, military and interview leave also available
Miscellaneous Benefits
- Discount on medical book purchases
- Lab coats and scrub suits provided
- Meals available 24/7 in the Resident Lounge and in Essentials Cafe, The Grill and various vending machines
- Fees paid for life support certification courses, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, NALS
- Computer training available through the Center for Education & Development
- Educational assistance for approved courses (Program specific)
Retirement Benefits
While residents and fellows are not eligible to participate in the university’s core retirement plans, they are eligible to participate in the voluntary retirement plans. Visit Total Rewards for more information about these plans.
Employee Assistance Program
The University of Missouri System’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential, professional service provided to all employees, their families, retirees and organizational work units. The EAP provides a variety of services to help employees influenced by a range of personal concerns or stressors. The EAP also assists work units and the larger organization to improve quality and productivity.
