In order to succeed on the USMLE Step 1 exam, students employ a wide variety of study habits and utilize an array of study resources.

As such, the Step 1 exam is arguably the most pivotal assessment undertaken in medical school and thus medical students approach the exam very seriously. In fact, in the 2014 National Resident Matching Program Director Survey, 94% of the 1,793 residency programs directors spanning all medical specialties cited Step 1 scores as an important factor with a rating of 4.1 out of 5, and it was cited more than any other factor in the survey. Because studies have found that higher USMLE scores are associated with improved faculty evaluations and first-time board pass rates, it is held in extremely high regard by residency programs nationwide and can affect placement into competitive residencies.

The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 exam is the first of three required exams for the practice of medicine as a physician within the United States.

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