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How to Master the USMLE Step 3 CSS

For many of us, by the time USMLE Step 3 rolls around, we are in full-fledged chill out mode. Why? Because life begins after USMLE Step 1, careers begin after Step 2CK, and Step 3 is as perfunctory as having to write thank you cards for someone who gave you socks for the holidays. However, the […]

All About the USMLE Step 3

The USMLE Step 3 is the final exam in the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) sequence and leads to a license to practice medicine without supervision. This two-day computerized exam currently has about 500 multiple-choice questions. The exam also includes computer-based case simulations (CCS). These are digitalized versions of patient encounters that assess your ability to […]

How to Register for the USMLE® Step 1

The USMLE is a very challenging test, but registering for it shouldn’t be. Here is all that you need to know about registering for the USMLE and eligibility. To be eligible to take Step 1, you must be in one of the following categories at the time of application and on test day: A medical […]

After the USMLE Step 1: What Now?

There’s a lot of great information available to help you prepare for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1. But you may be wondering what happens after all the studying (not to mention blood, sweat, and tears!) is behind you and you’ve taken the test. What’s next after taking the USMLE Step 1? Results for computer-based Step […]

All About the USMLE Step 2 CK

The next part of the demanding United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) series is Step 2. We’ll take a look at USMLE Step 2 CK in this post. The Step 2 CK exam assesses your ability to apply clinical science to patient care in a supervised practice setting. The test features an integrated content outline that’s […]

How Many Times Can You Take the ACT?

You can take the ACT up to 12 times, and many students end up taking the test between 2-3 times before applying to college. Most colleges are neutral about multiple scores. Many students, in fact, make score improvements by retaking the ACT. Give yourself time to improve before you begin filling out applications. Bring intense focus […]

What's on the GED: Social Studies

The GED® Social Studies Test evaluates your ability to understand, interpret, and apply information. You will have 70 minutes to answer 35 questions that are based on reading passages and interpreting graphics such as charts, graphs, diagrams, editorial cartoons, photographs, and maps. You will need a minimum score of 145 to pass the Social Studies […]

GED Practice Questions: Mathematical Reasoning

Preparing for the GED? Try your hand at a few Mathematical Reasoning practice questions. These practice questions deal mainly with the basic mathematical functions you’ll need to master in order to do well on the GED; keep in mind that there are other, more advanced topics you’ll need to study as well. [ TRY KAPLAN’S OTHER […]

GED Practice Questions: Science

Preparing for the GED? Try your hand at a few Science practice questions. [ TRY KAPLAN’S OTHER GED PRACTICE QUESTIONS: Social Studies • Mathematics • Language Arts ] [ KEEP STUDYING: What’s tested on the Science GED Test Section? ]

GED Practice Questions: Reasoning Through Language Arts

Preparing for the GED? Try your hand at a few Reasoning through Language Arts practice questions. These questions focus primarily on the grammatical principles you’ll need to have mastered in order to do well on the GED. [ TRY KAPLAN’S OTHER GED PRACTICE QUESTIONS: Science • Social Studies • Mathematics ] [ KEEP STUDYING: What’s tested on the Reasoning through […]