Is 238 a good step score?

230-245: This range is considered good. Students with scores in this range will likely have most to all doors open to all specialties, especially if paired with at least good performances on Step 2 and clinical grades. 245-255: Scores in this range are considered very good.

What percentile is 240 on step?

So a 240 on Step 1 is the 66th percentile.

What is a good score for Usmle Part 2?

251 and above: Scores of better than 251 are considered excellent. Scores above 251 typically indicate that all specialties may be considered for potential matching; those with a 251 or higher are likely to have multiple choices of training programs.

What percentile is 238 on Step 1?

While 194 represents the 5th percentile, the average (50th percentile) falls between 230 and 235. Scores at or just above the mean are good scores!

What is a good USMLE Step 1 score for IMG?

IMGs: Average Step 1 Scores by Specialty

	Step 1, US IMG (Matched)	Step 1, Non-US IMG (Matched)
Emergency Medicine	232	229
Family Medicine	211	220
General Surgery	237	242
Internal Medicine	225	236

Is 242 a good step 2 score?

Data provided by the National Board of Medical Examiners, which administers the USMLE, indicate that the average score for Step 2 CK, for US medical graduates, hovers just above 240 – generally it’s been 242 to 243 over the past few years. The 25th percentile is around 232, while the 75th percentile is around 256.

Is 250 USMLE good?

250 – 260: This is an excellent score that will single handedly improve your chances to match with a top program. This score is above the mean program score for all programs, so you know you’re scoring above average no matter where you’re applying to.

Is 249 a good step score?

Generally speaking, however, a USMLE® Step 1 score between 230 and 245 is considered a good and a score between 245 and 255 is considered very good.

What Step 1 score do you need for surgery?

Applicants are expected to have high USMLE Exam scores of at least 230 or higher. Those looking to apply to General Surgery programs should be aware that residency programs prefer younger residency candidates (in their 20s). While it is possible for physically older applicants to Match, it can be much more challenging.

Does the USMLE program provide scores or outcomes by phone?

For privacy purposes, the USMLE program does not provide scores or outcomes by telephone, e-mail, or fax to anyone. Additionally, the scoring process is not expedited or accelerated for any individual or group.

What is the USMLE passing score scale?

USMLE results are reported on a 3-digit scale. Information on minimum passing scores for USMLE examinations is posted on the Scores and Transcripts page. The USMLE Management Committee establishes the minimum passing score.

How do I know if my usmle score is delayed?

For more specific information about potential scoring delays, please visit the Announcements section on the home page of the USMLE website. When your score is available, you will receive an e-mail notification from the organization that registered you for your examination.

Is the USMLE a recommended pass or fail program?

The USMLE program provides a recommended pass or fail outcome on all Step examinations. Recommended performance standards for the USMLE are based on a specified level of proficiency.