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How long does it take to study for Usmle Step 1 IMG?
For IMGs who have just completed second year of medical school, 4-6 weeks of dedicated preparation time will be enough. However, for those who start late, 4-6 months of dedicated preparation will allow them to do well on the exam.
Is UWorld enough for Usmle?
UWorld is unquestionably the best resource for the USMLE. Students have been known to score 270+ on USMLE Step 1 just by using UWorld and First Aid. There are also students, however, who have gone through the question bank 3 or more times, and can’t seem to get a passing score on the exam.
What are the USMLE Step 1 and 2 exams?
The USMLE Step 1, USMLE Step 2 CK and USMLE Step 2 CS are the three exams required to become ECFMG Certified and move on into residency training. These exams are challenging and time-consuming to study for and take.
Can you get a residency with a low USMLE score?
Low scores may limit some of your residency choices, such as which medical specialties you should consider, but if residency candidates with low scores work hard and improve the other components of their ERAS Applications, it is still possible to Match. Do you have Multiple Attempts on your USMLE Transcript?
How similar are USMLE scores between matched IMGs and US Grads?
USMLE Scores Between Matched IMGs and US Grads Are Actually Very Similar Step 1, US Senior (Matched) Step 1, US IMG (Matched) Step 1, Non-US IMG (Matched) Family Medicine 220 211 220 General Surgery 236 237 242 Internal Medicine 233 225 236 Internal Medicine/Pediatrics 235 224 238
Can a foreign citizen attend a US medical school as an IMG?
Thus, a foreign citizen who attends a US medical school is NOT an IMG. However, a US citizen that attends a med school outside of the US would be considered an IMG. (Technically, s/he would be a US IMG). How Hard Is It REALLY to Get Into a US Residency as an IMG?