All-New USMLE OnlinePrep!
The USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep course is a study course based entirely online. Our OnlinePrep course is a convenient solution which enables you to prepare for your USMLE test from anywhere with internet access, at your own pace.
The OnlinePrep course provides you with over 200 hours of video lectures online, which are delivered by Kaplan's expert lecturers in America, to learn the content required for the USMLE Step 1. You'll also receive a diagnostic test, which will help you to establish what your strengths/weaknesses are, multiple assessment test during the course, as well as extensive lecture notes to assist the online lectures.
Additional USMLE OnlinePrep Material
Improve your prep work by using USMLE QBank or USMLE QBank Plus.
QBank offers thousands of questions, and QBank Plus offers even more!
QBank is available for Steps 1 2 CK and 3. QBank Plus is available for Step 1 and step 2CK.
Course Overview
Course Options:
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep - 6 months: €2750
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep - 9 months: €3500
Step 1 OnlinePrep with QBank Options
You also have the option of adding Qbank/Qbank Plus to the OnlinePrep course. This will allow you to extend your study experience, allowing you to take further practice questions. The QBank includes more than 2,000 practice questions whereas the QBank Plus has over 4,500.
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank - 3 months: €1800
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank - 6 months: €2850
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank - 9 months: €3600
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank Plus - 3 months: €1900
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank Plus - 6 months: €2950
USMLE Step 1 OnlinePrep + QBank Plus - 9 months: €3700
Course Structure
Your course will start as soon as you receive your lecture notes and are given access to your online account. You will begin the OnlinePrep course by taking a Diagnostic Test. This will help you determine what your strengths and weaknesses are.
Then you can use the account to view the lectures to learn the USMLE content. Throughout the OnlinePrep course you will sit 9 assessment tests on various subjects in order to assess your progress - this will help you determine areas which you need to improve.
As well as this you will sit a full length simulated exam which lets you assess performance in exam-like conditions.
Course Materials
- 3, 6 or 9 months of online access
- Over 200 hours of online video lectures delivered by expert faculty in the US
- USMLE Step 1 Diagnostic Test
- 9 online subject-based assessment tests
- USMLE Step 1 Full Length Online Simulated Exam
- QBook with over 800 practice questions and test taking strategy guide.
- Volumes of Lecture Notes that cover the following Step 1 basic Sciences:
Test Overview
USMLE Step 1:
Tests basic science principles, specifically in anatomy, behavioral science, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, and physiology. Interdisciplinary areas such as genetics, immunology, and nutrition are also tested. Step 1 emphasizes mechanisms of health, disease and modes of therapy.
Test Format
USMLE Step 1:
- 350 questions
- 8 hours of testing (including an hour of break time)
- Questions are divided into 7 blocks of 50 questions, which are completely random
- Most question items assess basic medical science concepts in the form of clinical vignettes
Test Scores
USMLE Step 1 minimum passing score: 185/75
Register for the Test
International medical graduates must register for Steps 1 and 2 CK through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) on www.ecfmg.org. Registering and scheduling your exam date is a multi-step process:
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Secure the application materials
The ECFMG will require official copies of various documents including your medical diploma and transcripts -
Complete the application and submit with your application fee and a recent photo
During the application process you will be asked to choose a 3-month "eligibility period" during which you want to take the exams. -
Receive your Scheduling Permit
Once your application is processed, you will receive a Scheduling Permit. This permit will tell you the start and end dates of your 3-month eligibility period, instructions on scheduling your exam, as well as your Scheduling Number and your Candidate Identification Number. -
Schedule your test date directly with the Prometric center
Your Scheduling Permit will have instructions on contacting the Prometric center to select your test date (must be within eligibility period).