{"id":3484,"date":"2020-09-24T20:34:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-24T20:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=3484"},"modified":"2025-10-07T10:01:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T18:01:18","slug":"usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020","title":{"rendered":"USMLE Step 1 Exam Dates in 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020\/#USMLE_Step_1_Exam_Dates_in_2020\" >USMLE Step 1 Exam Dates in 2020<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020\/#USMLE_Step_1_Exam_Eligibility_Who_can_take_this_exam\" >USMLE Step 1 Exam Eligibility: Who can take this exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020\/#USMLE_Step_1_How_to_apply_through_the_ECFMG\" >USMLE Step 1: How to apply through the ECFMG<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020\/#USMLE_Step_1_Costs_fees\" >USMLE Step 1: Costs &amp; fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/usmle-step-1-exam-dates-in-2020\/#USMLE_Step_1_When_will_I_get_my_exam_results\" >USMLE Step 1: When will I get my exam results?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Ready to apply for USMLE\u00ae Step 1 as an international student, but not sure where to start? This blog post will cover everything you need to know about applying, from eligibility to receiving your score. We\u2019ll cover:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>USMLE Step 1 Exam Dates in 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>USMLE Step 1 Exam Eligibility: Who can take this exam?<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>USMLE Step 1: How to apply through the ECFMG<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>USMLE Step 1: Costs &amp; fees<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>USMLE Step 1: When will I get my exam results?<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Let\u2019s dive in!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USMLE_Step_1_Exam_Dates_in_2020\"><\/span>USMLE Step 1 Exam Dates in 2020<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To schedule a date for part 1 of your USMLE boards, you must apply for a three-month eligibility period via the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/ecfmg.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ECFMG<\/a>\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/secure2.ecfmg.org\/emain.asp?app=iwa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interactive Web Applications (IWA)<\/a>&nbsp;within which you can take the exam (it can\u2019t fall on major holidays or the first week of January). Each eligibility period will have a number of test dates you can select from. However, it\u2019s important to be timely: slots often fill up rapidly, and as a result, not every date will be available. Advance planning is important! We\u2019re closing in on the end of 2020, so it\u2019s important to apply as soon as possible if you wish to take Step 1 before 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USMLE_Step_1_Exam_Eligibility_Who_can_take_this_exam\"><\/span>USMLE Step 1 Exam Eligibility: Who can take this exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you apply to take Step 1, make sure that you\u2019re&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfmg.org\/certification\/eligibility-for-examination.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eligible<\/a>. To be eligible for Step 1, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be enrolled in a medical school listed in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wdoms.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">World Directory of Medical Schools<\/a>\u00a0as meeting eligibility for ECFMG certification and examination (both at time of application, and on test day)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get authorized by an official of your school via certification of your enrollment status<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete at least two years of medical school, which should encompass the basic medical science component of your curriculum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, since you\u2019re applying to take Step 1 via the ECFMG, you must fulfill any other mandated ECFMG criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USMLE_Step_1_How_to_apply_through_the_ECFMG\"><\/span>USMLE Step 1: How to apply through the ECFMG<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow these steps to apply for USMLE Step 1 through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates\u2019 online portal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re ready to get started! Before applying,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/iwa2.ecfmg.org\/overview.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make sure<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You\u2019ve completed the Application for ECFMG Certification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve applied for and have received a USMLE\/ECFMG identification number, and have an on-line services password<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve read the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecfmg.org\/resources\/publications.html#ib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ECFMG Information Booklet<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecfmg.org\/resources\/publications.html#boi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USMLE Bulletin of Information<\/a>\u00a0that pertain to your desired eligibility period<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve read the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/iwa2.ecfmg.org\/instruct.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application instructions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To apply for Step 1, use ECFMG\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/secure2.ecfmg.org\/emain.asp?app=iwa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Interactive Web Applications (IWA)<\/a>. Log in to your account and complete the application. You must select a three-month eligibility period during which you will take the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once ECFMG verifies your eligibility, you will be issued a scheduling permit. You can then schedule your testing appointment. Make sure to select a date that falls within your eligibility period, or you\u2019ll have to reapply!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USMLE_Step_1_Costs_fees\"><\/span>USMLE Step 1: Costs &amp; fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Budgeting is an important part of scheduling your board exams, as you must pay all applicable fees by the time you apply. Here are some costs you should be aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before applying for Step 1, you must apply for ECFMG certification, which costs $145.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The examination fee for Step 1 is $965.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, don\u2019t forget to factor in the International Test Delivery Surcharge, which varies depending on where you\u2019re testing. Determine your expected surcharge&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfmg.org\/fees\/usmle-surcharge.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USMLE_Step_1_When_will_I_get_my_exam_results\"><\/span>USMLE Step 1: When will I get my exam results?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USMLE Step 1 score release dates are usually within a three to four week window following the date you took the exam. However, note that there might be unexpected delays, so allow for at least eight weeks to receive your score report. You will be notified via email when your score is available, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Outro<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hopefully, you\u2019re now prepared to schedule your Step 1 exam. The next step, of course, is to study for Step 1 so that you can pass with flying colors! Head over to our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2020\/06\/04\/all-your-usmle-step-1-questions-answered-the-osmosis-ultimate-guide\">USMLE Step 1 Ultimate Guide<\/a>&nbsp;for all the information and advice you\u2019ll need. 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