step-3-application

Previously we had to apply through State Medical Boards in order to be eligible for the Step 3 Exam. For example see this thread here http://www.usmle-forums.com/usmle-step-3-forum/6208-list-states-accept-usmle-step-3-application-before-starting-residency.html which mentions which State allow...

hello doctors; I want to apply for my step 3 exam and I made my account on FSMB and I need to take my exam in late june or first july, but they said on fsmb site that you cant choose your eligibility period!!!? and when your application is approved you will be assigned 90 days eligibility...

Greetings Step 3 takers. I just wanted to make sure my information is correct. So we have to choose 2 consecutive dates from the available dates in the prometric websites (except Saturday-Monday which can probably be used). I was just checking the available dates on prometric. So to schedule...

Suppose I have passed step-1 and step 2 cs already and am expecting my step 2 ck result on 27th of this month. If i pass the ck exam, will I be able to register on the same day for step-3 by submitting the online application part and also submitting the required documents by fedex courier on...

Why can't i reschedule step 3 right after having cancelled my appointment?. When i try to reschedule, the cancelation page shows up, but no option to reschedule. And when i try to schedule as a new appointment, it says that my scheduling permit have been used. Any help??

Hey Everyone! Quick question: Based on your experience, once I am ECFMG certified, how long does it take until I can schedule & take the Step 3 exam ? Thank you very much!

Hey guys Just had a query. For step 3 certification of identity form, it says Print your full name on back of photo. Was wondering if they expect us to get it printed or can we send it handwritten? Thanks

Hi, how long it usually takes to get a permit for the exam? Thank you

Hi guys, I am applying to step 3 and I have this CID Certification which is required to be certificated by a notary public. As I am not in USA, I would like to know where can I have this certificated? Can I have a home country notary public certification?

Hello, This may be obvious to those in the US medical system however it is less to others. I have completed STEP 1, 2CK and 2CS. I understand that various boards have different requirements. What's the catch with registering for a given state. I mean, if I register and pass STEP 3 in Florida...

I just want ur guys opinion. Which is harder u think for usmle? Also, can i know the difference in questions for 2ck and step 3. I know step 3 is more forr management but in reality, r there much difference? (If u tried both qbanks or took exams already). Is step 3 easier? Thanks for reply.

Hi my state requires 6 months of residency before application, can I apply for exam for another state board and will that affect my licensure in my state? btw can I still apply after Aug 31st for this year? thanks

I am IMG, applying for step 3 and to the match this year. I am now in Cleveland Ohio. I applied for step 3 in DELAWARE as it accept applicants before residency, I want to ask can I do the exam now in Ohio?

HI! I got an email saying that the CID form i sent through mail for step 3 application is incomplete as there is no date of the notary's signature. The notary official filled out everything leaving no spaces blank. Should she mention the date again beside the signature? Please let me know if...

Hi, Could someone please clarify if my step 3 identification form can be attested by any notary public or only an US affiliated notary public? Some say it can be done from the US embassy but there are no notary publics in the embassy. There are only counselors that attest documents. So my...

hey guys please help me here so my ecfmg certication on oasis was of 26th june my certificate came in today and the date on it is 27th of june so i filled and submitted the online part of application yesterday with 26th of june date and am stuck now what to do???? will they cancel my...

I already have asked a few times here........now that i am all ready to apply for the exam as i just got ECFMG certified....i want to ask about the process of step 3 application how to apply???? anyone who just went thorugh the application process please chip in...any help will be appreciated...

Please, any body can tell me if I want to take my step 3 exam in September, when should I start registration process? Thanks in advice. :)

Hi all I'm currently ECFMG certified and wish to do step 3 , I need an advice regarding application I wanted to know do I fill the FSMB application 1st then notarize the identity form and pay or notarize comes 1st then the application Thanks in advance for your help

Hi everyone! I'm done with Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 2 CS and have started studying for Step 3. I'm applying for Pediatrics and IM/Peds this year. Can anyone please tell me when's the best time to take Step 3? Is it before, during, after the interviews (assuming I get any :notsure:) or after I...