How early should you start studying for Step 1?
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How early should you start studying for Step 1?
Be realistic about your baseline of knowledge as you set up your study schedule so you improve your odds of success! Most USMLE Step 1 test-takers suggest you should begin studying at least 3 months before the exam to get the best results, but 6 months is optimal.
What resources should I use for Step 1?
Most Popular USMLE Step 1 Resources
| Rank | Title (all editions) | \% of students used |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 | 60.5 |
| 2. | UWorld | 55.6 |
| 3. | Boards and Beyond | 44.4 |
| 4. | SketchyMicro | 37.8 |
Is first aid and Uworld enough for Step 1?
Virtually everyone preparing for Step 1 will use UWorld and First Aid. The USMLE Step 1 is the most critical exam most of us will take in our medical careers.
How do I prepared for Step 1 of the USMLE?
Know you are in for a very serious exam and treat it as such,pay the price and take the exam very seriously.
When’s the best time to take USMLE Step 1?
Considering these factors, I think that the best time to take the USMLE Step 1 is at the end of your second year or the beginning of your third year in medical school. There are two pre requisites to this: You need to take a call early on and decide that you want to pursue USMLE and a residency in the US.
Why do you need to master the USMLE Step 1?
If you want a 250+ on Step 1, you will need to know more than UFAP. Why? Because Step 1 can and will test anything. Besides, the USMLE test-writers understand what’s in well-known Boards-review resources. (What, you think they haven’t seen First Aid?) While it’s impossible to know everything on Step 1, mastering more material helps.
How long should I study for USMLE Step 1?
Step 1 is a one-day examination. It is divided into seven 60-minute blocks and administered in one 8-hour testing session The number of questions per block on a given examination form will vary, but will not exceed 40.