Set yourself up for success on the USMLE Step 1 and beyond with our expert tutors.
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Test-Taking Masters
MedSchoolCoach USMLE Step 1 Tutors have mastered every facet of the exam. They understand the goals of each question and will help you learn how to approach the exam.
Expert Teachers
Not only do our Tutors know basic science, they are also incredible teachers who know how to deliver comprehensive USMLE tutorials. In addition, before our USMLE Tutors can work with students, they have to complete one of the most rigorous selection processes in the country.
Long-Term Success
Our comprehensive and personalized approach not only helps our Step 1 students pass, but also equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary for success on future USMLE exams. By building a strong foundation of understanding and critical thinking, our students are prepared to excel on future scored exams.
PERSONAL ATTENTION
At MedSchoolCoach, we customize our USMLE Step 1 preparation plan to you so that you can pass with flying colors.
Our Success
Studying for the USMLE Step 1, 2, 3 and COMLEX requires the ability to retain an immense amount of information. Our COMLEX and USMLE tutorials help students understand what is important, why it's important, and how to apply it to the exam.
MedSchoolCoach Step 1 Averages
- 35 – average number of one-on-one tutoring hours
- 10 – average years of tutoring experience for our tutors
Step 1 Score Information
- 196 – passing Score
- Any score above a 196 and you pass!
- 273 – highest 3-digit score achieved by a MedSchoolCoach student
Step 1 Pass Rate (1st time takers)
- 74% – IMG
- 89% – U.S. DO graduate
- 93% – U.S. MD graduate
Step 1 Exam Details
- The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 is a one-day computer exam that most students take after their second year of medical school.
- The USMLE Step 1 assesses your understanding of, and ability to apply, important science concepts that are essential to practicing medicine.
- There are seven exam sections with 40 questions each for a total of 280 questions, many of which are pathology questions.
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What Is Included
Private Instruction
Personalized, one-on-one tutoring targeted at your weaknesses and highest-yield material.
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The Best Tutors
MedSchoolCoach has the most rigorous screening and training process of any medical school tutoring company, producing some of the best tutors in the country.
Team Approach
From the start, you will have dedicated educators working as a team to help you maximize your score.
Flexible Learning
You do not need to buy any test prep material. We will work with what you have. If you need recommendations, we can provide them.
On-Demand Practice
Our tutoring approach may use Q-banks, topics, or rapid fire high-yield online practice tests.
Higher Score Guarantee
Learn MoreMeet a Tutor
Dr. Ramirez scored higher than a 260 on his USMLE Step 1 and Step 2.
MedSchoolCoach has the experience:
500,000 tutoring hours
20+ point score increases
98% satisfaction rate
How It Works
We work comprehensively with every student throughout their USMLE journey.
INTAKE FORM
We learn about you extensively through our comprehensive intake form. This helps us identify the best Tutor for your needs.
SCHEDULE
You and your Tutor will schedule sessions that are convenient for you. That means weekends, nights, or whenever you need.
GAME PLAN
With an understanding of your situation, your Tutor will help you develop a USMLE Step 1 practice strategy.
OPTIMIZE RESULTS
You and your Tutor will review the subject matter, in ways you have not seen before, maximizing your knowledge base and enhancing your test-taking abilities.
Ace Your Exam
Throughout the process. you will have access to amazing MedSchoolCoach Tutors who provide invaluable personal insight as well as test prep tools that have been created through helping thousands of applicants.
CONTENT REVIEW
Q-BANK REVIEW
STRATEGY
Benefits of Live Online Tutoring
You may not have considered online tutoring, but you should. It's more cost efficient and effective than traditional tutoring.
Convenient
You can learn from our world-class Tutors in the comfort of your own home with online tutoring.
Tech-Ready
Our online tutoring platform provides complete video interaction, whiteboard systems, screen sharing, and more.
Recorded Sessions
Every session is recorded so that you can go back and review any session when needed.
“My MedSchoolCoach tutor was absolutely amazing. My Step 1 increased 35 points!” - Shilpa, MedSchoolCoach Tutoring Client
Meet Some of Our Tutors
Featured Tutor Profiles
Joel Ramirez MD Associate Director of Advising
Dr. Ramirez is an integrated vascular surgery resident at UCSF who is passionate about teaching and tutoring for several board exams. He has served on the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine admissions committee and is committed to being a leader in medical education.
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Austin Jolly Master Tutor
Austin is an MD/PhD student at the University of Colorado and scored a 256 on USMLE Step 1. Austin brings energy and passion to every student he tutors.
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Emmy Yang Master Tutor
In medical school, Emmy has taught as an anatomy lab TA and peer mentor for USMLE test strategy. She scored 250+ on Step 1 and Step 2 CK exams and >90th percentile on multiple shelf exams. She is passionate about helping students excel and supporting their well-being.
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Emile Gordon USMLE Tutor
Emile is a current radiology resident and medical graduate from UPenn. He is a master tutor with a Step 1 Score >260
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Ashley Paquin MD Master Tutor
Ashley has more than 4 years and 500 hours of test prep tutoring experience.
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Pamela Yang USMLE Tutor
Pamela scored 255 on Step 1 and 267 on Step 2 and has 8 years of tutoring experience at high school, undergraduate, and medical school levels.
View profileHow We Are Different
We have the very best tutors you can find. In fact, our hiring and training process only accepts about one person for every 50 applicants we receive. Also, you have a Student Success Manager assigned to you whose job is dedicated to helping you succeed!
For Physicians, by Physicians
MedSchoolCoach was created by physicians to help future physicians. At our core, we value educating the next generation of doctors, not profits.
Experience
We have served thousands of students and logged over 500,000 advising hours. No one has more experience with helping students than we do.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Step 1 sets the foundation for all future USMLE exams. Mastering the content, test-taking skills, and study habits necessary to achieve success on Step 1 will lay the groundwork for success as you progress through your clinical education and ultimately make you a strong physician for your future patients.
Yes, you can spend your first session with your Tutor creating a comprehensive study course the USMLE that is tailored to your needs.
Yes, our Tutors are very familiar with Step 1 test prep resources and will be able to advise you on the strengths and weaknesses of different study materials.
Since every student is different and begins tutoring at different starting points, predicting score increases are challenging. However, almost all of our students see significant improvement after working with our Tutors. Regardless of when you come to us, we will help you get a better score. In fact, we believe in this so strongly that we have a score increase guarantee.
Yes! In fact, it's more effective than in-person tutoring. One of the benefits of personalized tutoring is that you will be able to directly coordinate sessions with your tutor. Sessions can occur during the day or night, depending on what works best for you and your tutor. Plus, our tutoring sessions can be conducted anywhere in the world with our video conferencing software and each session and lesson is tailored directly to your individual needs.
Not passing Step 1 can be a very challenging and disheartening experience. However, many of our Tutors have worked with students who have failed the exam before. These students have gone on to pass their exam and continue pursuing their medical careers.
Our Master Tutors have worked for MedSchoolCoach for an extended period of time and their students have an impeccable record of success. Additionally, they have extensive experience working with students who are in challenging situations or have specific needs.
We provide many other types of training including MCAT private tutoring, COMLEX Training and more. Contact Us to get more details.
