What to Expect on USMLE STEP3 Test Day (Timing Tips, Planning Breaks, Computer Shortcuts)

Here's EXACTLY what to expect on test day for USMLE STEP 3. It's important to know this because it is half the battle. You should know what to expect and exactly what else could go wrong on test day, and I hope that this helps with that! For context, I just finished USMLE STEP3, and I am SO pumped that I passed. Doing this during intern year can be SO intense, so I created this video in an effort to help out as much as I can.

If you're taking STEP1 or 2CK, I have also made VERY similar video for that here, and it is called: USMLE STEP 1: Here's EXACTLY What to Expect (Timing Strategies, Planning Breaks, Computer Shortcuts)
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More than 100 sample Step 3 test questions are also available in a PDF format and as an interactive testing experience. They are available for free here: https://www.usmle.org/prepare-your-ex...

FAQ about STEP3 :

What is the cost of USMLE STEP3? (Link: https://www.usmle.org/prepare-your-ex...)
"The Step 3 application fee is $895 for eligibility periods ending in 2022. The Step 3 application fee is $915 for eligibility periods ending in 2023. You are allowed only one attempt within your chosen eligibility period. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable from one eligibility period to another or from one application to another."

Can you Take USMLE Before Graduating from Medical School?
"As part of the USMLE requirements to take the Step 3, you can apply only after the date of graduation on your medical school diploma. For recent U.S. medical school graduates, it can take up to 12 weeks to verify degrees before approval for Step 3. If you submit a Step 3 application prior to graduation from medical school, your application will be cancelled, and a portion of your fees forfeited."

Can You Reschedule USMLE Step 3?
"Yes, but you may incur a change fee from Prometric.
If you are unable to keep your testing appointment on the scheduled date(s) or at the scheduled location, you may change your date(s) or center by following the instructions on your Scheduling Permit for contacting Prometric. You will need to provide your Prometric Confirmation Number when you cancel and reschedule. A fee may be charged if you change your appointment, depending upon how much notice you provide when making the change. See the appointment change fee information posted on the USMLE website for detailed information."

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TIME STAMPS:
00:00-01:00 - Overview of this Video and Source

01:10-02:38 - DAY 1: Format of the Test (HIGH YIELD - Two Day Test!)

02:40-03:59 - DAY 2: Format of the Test (HIGH YIELD - Two Day Test!)

03:59-07:43 - Things You NEED Less than 24 Hours BEFORE and ON Test DAY!
This will include what is the best resource to prep for day 1 of test day and for day 2 of test day!

07:43-10:39 - Scheduling Permit is a MUST! CIN Number is also NEEDED!