ABOUT USMLE
The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is a three step examination for medical license in the United States. It assesses a physician’s ability to apply knowledge, concepts, and principles, & to demonstrate fundamental patient-centered skills, that are important in health and disease
USMLE – Quick Facts
| STEPs | Exam Content | Duration | Min Score to Pass |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEP 1 | Basic Medical Science | 8 hours / approx 280 questions | 194 |
| STEP 2 CK | Clinical Knowledge | 9 hours / approx 318 questions | 209 |
| STEP 2 CS | Clinical Skills | 1 Day / 12 patient encounters | Pass / Fail |
| STEP 3 | Patient Management Skills | 2 Days / approx 410 questions + 13 case simulations | 198 |
Succeed on Your USMLE Exams
Step 1 - One Day Exam
Divided into seven 60-minute blocks & administered in 8-hour testing session. The number of questions per block on a given exam form may vary, but will not exceed 40. The total number of items on the overall will not exceed 280.
Step 2CK - One Day Exam
Assesses your ability to apply medical knowledge, skills, and understanding of clinical science essential for the provision of patient care under supervision and includes emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention.
Step 2CS
Standardized patients are used to test medical students and graduates on their ability to gather information from patients, perform physical examinations, and communicate their findings to patients and colleagues.
Step 3
Foundations of Independent Practice (FIP)
Mainly focuses on assessment of knowledge of basic medical and scientific principles essential for effective health care.
Insight into USMLE Steps Exams
Step 1
Understanding the underlying mechanism of disease & initial diagnosis
Basic Sciences
Anatomy
Behavioural Science
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Immunology
Pathology
Pharmacology
Physiology
8 Hour Exam
7 Blocks
280 questions maximum
passing Score: 194
Pass Rate: 73%
Step 2 CK
Assessment and applications of patients initial diagnosis and treatment
Clinical Knowledge
Internal Medicine
Pediatrics
Surgery
OBGYN
Psychiatry
9 Hour Exam
8 Blocks
318 questions maximum
passing Score: 209
Pass Rate: 75%
Step 2 CS
Tests on the ability to gather information, perform physical examinations, and communicate findings
Clinical Skills
Communication and
Interpersonal Skills
Spoken English Proficiency
Physical Exam and Patient
Note
12 Patient Encounters
Only given in the US
Pass / Fail
Pass Rate: 85%
Step 3
Understanding clinical science essential for the unsupervised practice of medicine
Patient Care
Internal Medicine
Pediatrics
Surgery
OBGYN
Psychiatry
2 Days Exam –
Multiple choice questions and
Clinical case simulations
passing Score: 198
Pass Rate: 84%
Kaplan Medical’s Free Live Online USMLE workshops
| Event Title | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Pathway to Medical Residency in the US | January 07 | Thursday |
| Step 2 CK Infectious Disease Lecture with Dr. Noto | January 12 | Tuesday |
| Studying USMLE in New York on a Student Visa | January 20 | Wednesday |
| What You Want to Know About the INBDE | January 27 | Wednesday |
| USMLE Study Strategies | January 28 | Thursday |
| Step 1 Gross Anatomy Lecture with Dr. White | February 02 | Tuesday |
| Step 1 Metabolism Lecture with Dr. Brooks | February 09 | Tuesday |
| Step 1 Molecular Biology Lecture with Dr. Turco | February 16 | Tuesday |
| How to Apply for the ECFMG | February 25 | Thursday |
| Interpreting your USMLE Diagnostic Exam | March 10 | Wednesday |
Book a Medical Advisor
Dr. Hafeez Khan (Senior Medical Enrollment Consultant, Kaplan Medical)
Dr. Hafeez Khan is a “Senior Consultant’ at Kaplan Medical and also a member of their Teaching Faculty. Emerging Visions Pvt Ltd is honored to have him as a Medical Advisor assigned by Kaplan Medical for students who are planning their US Residency through USMLE.
USMLE - Your Pathway to the U.S Residency
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