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How to schedule Steps so that I can apply for 2013 match?

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#1 ·
Hi everyone,
I'm an IMG '12 graduate, preparing for step one right now 24/7 past 2 months. I plan to give step1 in Oct-Nov. Have not scheduled the test yet. As I was engrossed in studies these thoughts struck

1. If I give step1 at the earliest in October, how long will CK preparation take and when should I give CK

Or

Should I do externship/observership post-step 1 in order to apply for match in 2013. And is it possible?

2. In case, seeing my current position, if it is not possible to apply for 2013 match have to do it in 2014. How should I proceed in scheduling my test (step 1, CK, CS) dates and externship.

I know I just started but I want to plan my whole MLE journey :eek: so that I get time to prepare well for each step and everything falls in place later. :)

Please suggest what could be the best schedule for my Steps. I guess there are many people in dilemma as me.!!

Thank you in advance !! :)
 
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#2 ·
I don't think you'll be able to apply for the 2013 match. You should at least get Step 1 and CK results by end of October to have some chances.

Therefore, you should aim for 2014 match.

I'd say finish Step 1 by October-November, then CS by December/January, then CK by March/April, then USCE during May-September 2013.

These can help

 
#3 ·
Thank you for the guidance!! It is really helpful. If I do CK in march and later I take CS like in june/july (I need at least a month to get materials n study n all) so, that I can do USCE aft the test as I have to come to US to do both .. is that a good idea.?
 
#5 ·
November 15th done with Step 1 what next?

I had been waiting for my Step1 results to apply for uSCE. Got it yday. Just started with CK preps.

Can any one let me how early or how late should I can give CS to be eligible for 2014 match.?

And how long will the ECFMG certification take time after all 3 results are available?
 
#7 ·
Whats your step 1 score...?

As soon as you have the results of all the three steps,u will be ecfmg certified..but you will get the certification in about 3 weeks...
My step 1 score is 251/87.. In ur opinion what is the best time to take CS, knowing it will take 3 months results? I want to do USCE along with CS that's what is holding me back from applying for CS! :eek:
 
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