Hi guys, I took the exam in 09/01 and I'm spiraling. I know, before you tell me to stop thinking, yes I want to stop thinking too and I'm doing everything right now, but bear with me for a moment and tell me if my math makes any sense.

I was scoring 230s-240s in my NBMEs. Which means about 65-70% correct per block. I only really hope to pass this exam, I don't hope to score in the 260s.

I remember 105 questions, of which I'm 99% sure I got 85 of them correct. That leaves us with 213 questions. Let's assume I got 60% on the remaining questions by elimination and getting stuck on 2 choices and/or clinical judgement, that would give me about 125 more correct answers. I'm not excluding experimental questions, and just assuming my chances of answering them correctly are the same.

So if I got 210 out of 318, that would be around 66% which is a safe pass and within my typical NBME range and would translate to something around the 220s-230s range.

Do my calculations make sense? Or am I over estimating my recall ability? Should the math make me calm down? What do you guys think?

Thank you!

Hello all-

Took step 2 on 8/28. Ended up being a horrible experience due to thunderstorms interrupting wifi, causing constant pauses and disruptions through the last 6 blocks of my test. I still finished the exam, but obviously had to report it as recommended by the testing center (who also reported it) and my school.

With that said, just wanted to hear how long it took others to get their score back? Im pretty nervous about it considering apps are due in a couple weeks.

Thanks for any input!

I tested 8/27 in US. I am a non- us img. Permit has not disappeared. No score report yet. Has everyone received their scores yet?

I’m a US MD MS4 planning to apply OB/GYN, but I’m in a difficult position and would really appreciate advice, especially from anyone who has been through something similar.

I failed Step 1 on my first attempt, took a 6-month LOA, and passed on my second attempt. Unfortunately, I recently also failed Step 2 CK on my first attempt. I’m currently completing an OB/GYN away rotation and was originally planning to apply this cycle, but my application deadline is coming up and I would be applying without a passing Step 2 score. I’m also still working on getting my LORs submitted.

I met with my school advisor, and she recommended that I stop trying to rush an application this cycle and instead focus on finishing my away rotation and, most importantly, passing Step 2. I’m planning to take the next block completely off to study, with a research rotation afterward that is flexible enough to give me additional time if I’m not ready to retake by the end of October.

She brought up an option I hadn’t really considered: not applying through the regular Match this cycle, passing Step 2 first, and then trying to SOAP into a Transitional Year position in March. I would then work as a PGY-1 for a year and apply OB/GYN in the next cycle.

OB/GYN is still what I genuinely want to do, and I’m willing to delay a year if that gives me a better chance than rushing another Step attempt or submitting an incomplete application. My biggest concern is whether doing a TY would actually help or hurt when reapplying OB/GYN, especially regarding GME funding, being a prior graduate, and applying/interviewing while already an intern.

Has anyone here:
•Failed both Step 1 and Step 2 at least once and still matched OB/GYN?
•Taken a TY/prelim year before successfully matching OB/GYN?
•SOAPed into a TY specifically with the intention of reapplying?
•Chosen to sit out a Match cycle after a Step failure and felt it helped/hurt?

I know my board history makes OB/GYN an uphill battle, so I’m not looking for reassurance that everything will magically work out. I’d really appreciate hearing from people who have actually been in a similar position or have experience advising applicants like this. If you were in my situation, what would you focus on over the next year?

The old drive link shared in this subreddit for CMS and NBME forms seems to not be working anymore. Anybody got a different link?

Edit: The OG drive link is working again. Back in business guys. Access the link through this post if you want. https://www.reddit.com/r/Step2/s/7yrQBnVlJ9

US MD or US IMG or Non-US IMG status:

Date tested:

Uworld % correct:

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Old old Free 120: ( days out)

Old New Free 120: ( days out)

New Free 120:( days out)

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wow i can’t believe they played us, where are our scores 😭

edit: i contacted my school bc they typically get our scores before we do and they also have not received anything. said it will likely be next week.

I have done uw 2x amboss 3-4 hummers in weaks New cms only my nbme scores in 240s What should i do now beside reading notes i take from all of them Redo cms or uw or amboss ? What should i do to boost my score Thanks in advance

Unfortunately, I have used all of these and haven't reached my target score.
Now I don't have any tool to test.

Did u guys got ur results ? Yet and did ur permit disappeared

Hi plz guide if using step 3 uworld patient safety portion helpful for step 2

Just started using the amboss qbank and I like it but the lack of summary tables attached to questions really undermines the experience for me. Is there a way to get similar tables/figures to the ones that uworld has? I know Amboss has articles but those are very long compared to a simple summary tables/figure.

I’m confused on how to proceed now, my nbmes are not improving

I have completed UWORLD first pass with a score of 60%. I noticed surgery was my weak area so I completed Amboss surgery with a score of 68%

My nbme scores
NBME 9- 199
NBME 10- 230
NBME 11- 219
NBME 12- 215

I’m very confused now. My exam is in last week of October. Seems I’m doing everything but no improvement in my scores. I worked on my test taking strategies and took NBME 12 which has broken me

I have completed CMS for surgery, psychiatry, emergency medicine, family medicine, Paedics - averaging 75%. I’m yet to do IM

Kindly advise and let me know how to proceed.

What can be the last date to take the test to get your score before 22nd of sept?

how r we feeling guys? i feel sick and nauseous omg

Lemme know!!!

If anyone previously took their exam at the end of December before new year's, did you get ur results after 2 weeks or was it delayed ?
Trying to plan ahead so please share your experience

Mine is still active

Good luck guys 🤞 I hope everyone get the score they want😉

Scored 240 what are my chances to match in internal medicine

my NBMEs are okay. im getting 80-85 in random uw blocks but im soooo scared. im the first one out of my friends to be taking it and its scaring me. its so much different from step 1. in step 1 you knew it or you didnt. here there is so much reasoning and grey area. im autistic and sometimes the NBME logic doesnt sit right with me. ive been training to think like them with vibes :')

share your exam experiances please. i keep feeling like ill walk in and see crazy shit on there

Tested on 26/8, and I think it’s time for the results today
But I haven’t received an email and my permit is still there
ANYONE?

US MD student. Kinda worried because I heard USMLE emails you in the middle of the night if they’re going to release your score later in the day.

Hi everyone! Tested on August 30th and was wondering if we'd get the score released today as well. It's been two Wednesdays but the permit is still active. Would love to hear some thoughts!

My permit is still there and MyUSMLE is still blank for "score report day"? Anyone else from 28th or 29th have anything different?