Important Deadlines (2024-2025)
- Registration for Step 2 CK officially opens on November 22, 2024.
- Sit for USMLE Step 2 CK Exam by June 30, 2025 (or within 12 weeks of completing the Patient Care Phase for off cycle students).
Expected Wait Time
The average wait time to complete registration, including receiving a scheduling permit is 2-4 Weeks; Please note the wait time will be longer if applying for testing accommodations
Important Documents to review before registering:
Curricular Requirements and Expected Timeline
Step 2-CK
- Students must pass all Patient Care Phase clerkships, including any remediation, before taking Step 2-CK.
- Students must take Step 2-CK no later than June 30 of the year prior to expected graduation year.
- For students completing their Patient Care Phase off-cycle from the projected timeline, Step 2-CK must be taken within 12 weeks of completing the Patient Care Phase.
- If a passing score is not recorded by the deadline for National Residency Matching Program certification, a delay of graduation may be necessary.
Process of Registering For Step 2 CK:
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1. Login with existing NBME Account or Create a USMLE ID
- Visit the NBME Licensing Examination Services website and apply for a USMLE ID – You will be redirected to the NBME log in page here.
- Click “First Time User? Register here” or log in using your existing user name.
- Review your information – Your current legal name must match your Government ID
2. Apply for Step 2 CK
- Visit “Exams” on the NBME website.
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Enter your enrollment date: July 20, 2022
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Enter your graduation date: June 12, 2026
- For testing accommodations: Check the “Applying with accommodations” box. (Documentation can be uploaded later, more information provided below)
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Pay the exam fee: $680– Must be paid with a credit card.
- The Step 2 CK exam fee is included in the Fall Quarter “Books & Supplies” – for questions please contact Financial Aid at somfao@uw.edu
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Choose a 3-month window to take your exam (eligibility period).
3. Submit a Certification of Identification (CID) Form – If this does not apply to you, skip Step 3 and move to Step 4.
- **PLEASE NOTE**: You will only have to submit a new CID form if it’s been more than 5 years since your last form was submitted or if you’ve had a name change.
- Once students finish the application for Step 2 CK, they will receive a Certification of Identification (CID) Form to complete.
- Check documentation for any mistakes before submitting CID form.
- Upload completed CID form here. (External link – Microsoft Form) – Please do not mail in a physical copy.
- The names on your identification must exactly match the names on your permit. The only acceptable differences are variations in capitalization; the presence of a middle name, middle initial, or suffix on one document and its absence on the other; or the presence of a middle name on one and middle initial on the other.
- If your name is misspelled or differs from your name as it appears on your identification, contact your registration entity immediately (NBME).
- **NOTE**: The UWSOM Registration Office will submit the CID form to NBME on your behalf and verify your enrollment.
4. Receive a Scheduling Permit
- Once NBME has processed your application and approved all paperwork, you will receive a scheduling permit via email.
- The scheduling permit will allow you to choose a test date with Prometric.
- Scheduling permits can take 2-4 weeks in total to receive.
- Students who are applying for accommodations will have a longer wait period for their scheduling permit.
- Students cannot schedule a test date until the scheduling permit is received.
5. Choose a Test Date
Once you’ve received your scheduling permit and have consulted with your learning specialist about the best timing to take Step 2 CK, follow the next steps:
- Schedule your exam with Prometric here.
- Click on the link for USMLE Step 2 CK and select your preferred state.
- Click on “Schedule an appointment’ to choose a test day or peruse “Search for Availability” to see the available dates.
- Enter your scheduling number (found on your scheduling permit from NBME/USMLE)
**NOTE**: Prometric availability is first come, first serve. Most Prometric sites start to open spots 3-6 months in advance. If you do not see availability, please contact the Prometric site directly. Be aware of exam rescheduling fees – you can find the fee schedule here.
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Applying for Testing Accommodations:
- If you have a documented disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) you must notify the USMLE in writing each time you apply for a Step examination for which you require test accommodations.
- Students who require test accommodations are encouraged to begin their process with the USMLE as soon as possible. Application for testing accommodations occurs at the time of registration. You can submit documentation later, if needed.
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Due to the length of the testing accommodation application process, some students may be unable to choose a test date by the deadline. If you have concerns about making this deadline, please notify your Learning Specialist before the deadline.
Documentation:
Important Considerations:
- UWSOM testing accommodations do not ensure NBME testing accommodations.
- After receipt of documentation, the NBME can take 60-90 days, to respond with their decision regarding approval or denial of accommodations.
- Until you have a response from the NBME, you will not be granted a scheduling permit, therefore will not be able to select a test date.
- For questions regarding NBME testing accommodations please contact the NBME Disability Services disabilityservices@nbme.org
Email or Meet with DRS:
- Before contacting DRS, please read about the things DRS will assist with under the “Steps for Requesting Accommodation through USMLE” section of our DRS Resources webpage.
- Email DRS (uwdrs@uw.edu) your CPTA form (you will need a USMLE ID and official signature to complete the form) and/or personal statement if you would like feedback.
- Schedule a time to meet with DRS as soon as possible if you have additional questions or need additional support with your personal statement or CPTA form, please be aware that wait times can be long.
Decision Appeals:
- If you submitted a request for test accommodations and received a decision letter from the NBME, you may accept the decision and move forward with choosing an exam date or request that the NBME reconsider their decision.
- If you decide to appeal the decision, Complete the reconsideration request form and contact DRS for letter of support.
- Please note that an appeal will take additional time for a reconsideration decision.
**NOTE**: Due to high volumes of student appointments, you may not receive an appointment date with DRS that matches with your preferred timeline and may lead to major delays. Consider scheduling an appointment early, if possible.
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Requesting an Eligibility Extension
- You can extend your eligibility period one time for an additional 3 months on line for $70 here.
- To learn more about eligibility extensions, please visit the USMLE Bulletin of Information.
Meet with Academic Support
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Have Questions?
For questions regarding status verification or CID form please contact the Registrar’s Office somreg@uw.edu. **NOTE**: The Registration Office will be experiencing a high volume of emails. Thank you in advance for your patience. All status verification and CID related questions will be redirected to somreg@uw.edu.
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