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Ace Your USMLE Step 3 with Expert Guidance

Our specialists guide you to excel in Step 3, preparing you for future success. Whether you’re an international medical graduate aiming to stand out in residency applications or a Step 3 student looking to strengthen your clinical decision-making skills, we’ve got you covered.

The Final Exam of Medical School

The USMLE Step 3 marks the final milestone in medical education, testing comprehensive medical knowledge and clinical judgment to ensure readiness for unsupervised medical practice.

Given its depth and the inclusion of Clinical Case Simulations (CCS), Step 3 is a true test of skill and confidence — making expert guidance invaluable.

What is USMLE Step 3?

USMLE Step 3 evaluates if candidates are ready for independent medical practice in the U.S. It tests applied medical knowledge and clinical decision-making across various specialties.

How is Step 3 Scored?

Scored from 1 to 300, with 198 as the passing mark. Step 3 uses a standardized equating system ensuring fairness across exam versions and question difficulties.

How is Step 3 Administered?

The two-day exam includes multiple-choice questions and CCS cases to assess real-world clinical skills testing both theoretical and applied medical reasoning.

Why Choose Us

Who Actually Needs a USMLE Step 3 Instructor?

Personalized USMLE Step 3 can be a great help, especially if you feel the need for extra support. With Medical Prep, you’ll get everything from practice questions to live sessions.

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Students with Anxiety / Poor Testing Skills

If you often experience test anxiety or struggle with standardized tests, a few USMLE Step 3 sessions focusing on strategy and wellness can significantly boost your chances of success.

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Students with a Previous Exam Failure

Having failed USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, or Step 3 before? There’s a risk of repeating failure without strategic study changes. Step 3 helps you assess past shortcomings and prepare for success.

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Students Applying to Competitive Specialties

Medical students considering taking Step 3 before residency applications may find it beneficial, especially after Step 1 shifts to pass/fail scoring.

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IMG Students

International medical graduates face tougher odds for US residency acceptance. A high Step 3 score can help set your application apart.

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WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

Turn Your USMLE Step 3 Prep into a Success Story

From personalized to realistic mock simulations, we design every session to make sure you not only pass but truly master Step 3 with confidence and precision.

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1-on-1 Coaching

Get personalized mentorship tailored to your learning speed, strengths, and Step 3 goals.

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Live Strategy Sessions

Weekly live sessions focus on real-world cases, time management, and high-yield test topics.

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Performance Analytics

Know exactly where you stand with smart reports tracking your improvement each week.

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Clinical Case Simulations

Experience authentic CCS cases that mimic the real Step 3 exam, helping you build confidence.

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Strategy & Focus Training

Learn proven study strategies and focus techniques to beat exam stress and time pressure.

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Guaranteed Progress

With our structured prep plan, you’ll see measurable score improvement — or we’ll guide you until you do.

YOUR ROADMAP TO SUCCESS

Your Step 3 Journey, Simplified

From enrollment to exam day every stage is guided, tracked, and optimized for your success.

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Personal Assessment

We begin with a detailed diagnostic to identify your strengths, weaknesses, and goals.

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Customized Study Plan

Get a personalized prep schedule aligned with your availability and target Step 3 date.

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Live Coaching & CCS Practice

Participate in guided sessions that combine MCQs and realistic case simulations.

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Performance Tracking

Weekly progress reports help you visualize improvement and maintain motivation.

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Exam Readiness Review

Finalize your preparation with timed mock tests and expert feedback before the big day.

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE US

Built by Physicians. Designed for Success.

Every aspect of our Step 3 prep is created by real doctors who’ve aced the exam themselves. We know what it takes — and we’ll walk that path with you, from your first mock to the final day.

  • ✅ 90% First-Time Pass Rate
  • ✅ Interactive CCS Simulations
  • ✅ Mentors Who’ve Taken Step 3
  • ✅ Flexible Schedule, Anytime Access
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SUCCESS STORIES

What They Say about us

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Step 2 CK Candidate

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Step 1 Candidate

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Hassana Wambai

Step 2 CK Student

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IMG, Step 1 Aspirant

Stepexcel helped me restart and finally Pass Step-1
My name is Dr Harshita Singh. I am an old IMG mom. I graduated in 2014. I started my preparation very long ago but I had given up on my USMLE journey 4 years ago after struggling with low scores although I tried multiple resources. Five months later, I took NBME and scored 67%. Then I joined his crash course, and in the last 2 months my NBME scores rose and range between 74% - 81%.

Salsabel Alawadhi

Step 2 CK Candidate

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Medical Student, Step 1

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Step 1 Aspirant

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USMLE Step 1 Student

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Step 1 Candidate

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IMG, Step 1 Graduate

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Medical Graduate, Step 2 CK

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Step 1 Candidate

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USMLE Step 2 CK Student

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IMG, Step 1 Candidate

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Step 2 CK Candidate

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Medical Student, Step 1

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Step 2 CK Aspirant

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