USMLE Step 2 Clinical Knowledge - Effect On Residency Matching

Effect On Residency Matching

The USMLE Step 2 CK score is one of many factors considered by residency programs in selecting applicants. Along with the USMLE Step 1, this test is a standardized measure of all applicants. The median USMLE Step 2 scores for graduates of U.S. Medical Schools for various residencies are charted in Chart 7 on page 10 of "Charting Outcomes in the Match" available at http://www.nrmp.org/data/chartingoutcomes2009v3.pdf

This same data is available for the 2011 Match at http://www.nrmp.org/data/chartingoutcomes2011.pdf

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