To apply for USMLE examinations, you must submit an application through the appropriate registration entity as described below.
Note: Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3 are not offered during approximately the first 2 weeks of January or on major local holidays. Available dates will be displayed in the scheduling system.
For Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 2 CS:
For students / graduates of LCME-or AOA-accredited medical programs in the US or Canada:
apply through NBME on NLES (NBME Licensing Examination Services)
For Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 2 CS:
For students / graduates of medical schools located outside the US and Canada:
For Step 3:
All medical school graduates who have passed Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 2 CS:
apply through FSMB. Information and links to an online or paper application are available on the Medical Licensing Examination page of the FSMB website.
If you have any questions about the application process, you may fill out our Contact Form »
Information about the Biometric Enabled Check-in System used at Prometric test centers is available.
