Must have completed one year, or be in first year, completing six (6) months of post-graduate training in an ACGME, AOA or the RCPSC approved program prior to applying.
Post Graduate Training International Candidates
Must have completed two years of post-graduate training at an ACGME approved program prior to applying.
Attempt Limit
Applicants have 3 attempts to pass each Step or Step component.
Time Limit
Must complete USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3 within a ten (10)
year period which begins upon the first passing of Step 1 or Step 2
.
Application for Licensure required to apply for Step 3
No
Required Documents
Please print, sign, and mail these forms, in addition to completing your online application.
Eligibility Requirements/Cancellation Policy
If it is determined that you do not meet eligibility requirements at the time your application is received, or you decide to cancel your registration prior to approval, or your application is not complete by the published deadline date, your registration will be cancelled and a portion of the application fee withheld. The USMLE Step 3 fee is non-refundable and non-transferable from one eligibility period to another or from one application to another.
Mail Documents to: (No Saturday or Sunday deliveries accepted)
Attn: Assessment Services
Federation of State Medical Boards
400 Fuller Wiser Road, Suite 300
Euless, TX 76039