Varsity Tutors can help you prepare for the medical licensing assessments by setting you up with Columbus USMLE preparation that reviews key information you'll encounter on the exams. For many students, preparing for the United States Medical Licensing Exams is one of the most challenging endeavors they'll undertake. Passing this multiple-exam assessment is required to receive your medical license, and is one of the most comprehensive evaluations medical students must prepare for. Even aspiring doctors enrolled at top schools like Ohio State University College of Medicine can benefit from the extra assistance offered through Columbus USMLE prep.
What concepts will be covered during Columbus USMLE prep?
There are two prep programs available to enroll in: the Columbus USMLE prep class which is conducted in a virtual classroom with other students preparing for the assessment, and private tutoring lessons. While the natures of both programs are different, they're both designed to help you prepare for the licensing exam. So, you can expect to cover all the key concepts that are present on the actual assessment. Let's take a closer look at the layout of the exam and what you can expect to review in your prep sessions.
First and foremost, the USMLE isn't a single exam that you take in a day. It's a series of exams that are administered over the course of multiple days, and the entire assessment is broken up into three sections known as Steps. Each Step covers a different topic within the USMLE and when combined, all the steps evaluate your knowledge on all the information and concepts you'll draw upon when practicing medicine. Step 1 looks at your ability to understand and apply basic science concepts. Here's where you'll look at things like Social Sciences, Behavioral Health, and the biological-side of medicine. Step 2 is a two-part assessment that evaluates your Clinical Knowledge and Clinical Skills. Students often struggle with the Clinical Skills portion of this Step because it requires them to attend to 12 patients and record their medical information in a specified timeframe. Enrolling in a Columbus USMLE prep program can help you mentally and academically prepare for these portions, and may even reduce the stress and pressure many feel as they work through the Clinical Skills assessment.
It's important that you perform well on Steps 1 and 2 because if you don't pass them both, you won't be permitted to take Step 3. This Step is also a two-part exam that tests your understanding and application of basic science and medical knowledge. Being able to practically apply what you've learned in medical school is critical for this portion, as Step 3 is often used to determine whether the test taker is capable of practicing medicine in an unsupervised environment or not.
What are the benefits of the different types of Columbus USMLE prep?
Both methods of instruction can help you study for the USMLE, but their study programs are quite different. If you enjoy learning in a structured environment that follows a set curriculum, we can enroll you in a USMLE prep course. These are virtual courses that are conducted over our Live Learning Platform. Here, you'll use video chat and virtual whiteboards to learn important concepts from a qualified instructor then collaborate with classmates, applying what you've covered in practical settings.
Private instruction is better for students who want a custom-tailored learning experience based on their goals and expectations. Your tutor is able to build a learning program that's been designed specifically for you with your strengths and weaknesses in mind. If you need to spend extra time focusing on key areas of the assessment, private tutoring sessions are your best bet. Your personal instructor can devote entire lessons to covering concepts like the Respiratory System or Epidemiology while skipping over content that you've already mastered. That way, you're able to study more efficiently and really hone in on those areas that need improvement.
How can I get set up with Columbus USMLE preparation?
Are you ready to try a new way to prepare for the USMLE? If so, we can help set you up so that you get in the program that's perfect for you. All you have to do is contact Varsity Tutors and speak with one of our educational consultants about the different Columbus USMLE prep options. Not only will they be happy to answer any of your questions, but they can also enroll you in the next online course or assist you with finding a personal instructor that works for you. From there, all you have to do is focus on your studies!

Joyce : Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...Prairie View A&M University, passed NCLEX on my 1st attempt, and worked as a Registered Nurse for 2.5 years as an OR nurse and a Med-Surg nurse. I recently graduated from medical school (MD) and currently applying to go into residency. I passed both USMLE STEP 1 and STEP 2 on 1st attempt. I've tutored multiple times with other companies while in undergrad and medical school. Effortlessly teaching complex subjects and navigating multiple-choice questions for...
Education & Certification
- Prairie View A M University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
- American university of antigua - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- High School Biology
- Science
- Social Sciences
- +14 subjects

Nikolas: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...I also was a Defensive Back on the football team, and have tutored many of my teammates. We accomplished much as a team, and became 2014-2015 College Football National Champions. Furthermore, I was named an OSU Scholar Athlete four times, and selected to the Academic All-Big Ten team two times. I will be beginning medical school in August of 2016. Before that begins, I am working as a personal trainer/performance coach, in addition to tutoring....
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Exercise Science Education
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- English
- High School Chemistry
- IB Environmental Systems and Societies SL
- +85 subjects

Christen: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...was involved in softball, track, and community service so she is very understanding of kids and teens with busy schedules. She attended Wright State University, where she graduated cum laude with an honors BA in biological sciences and a certificate in African American and womens gender studies and earned a doctorate of medicine and a master's of public health from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. She has been honored with more than 20...
Education & Certification
- Wright State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- Wright State University-Main Campus - Doctor of Medicine, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Genetics
- Technology and Coding
- Physical Chemistry
- +78 subjects

Vidhan: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...I tutored numerous students in math and chess, both through private tutoring and camps. The students were in grades ranging from elementary school to high school, with each student having his/her own learning style and skill level. I have completed numerous AP courses and the IB diploma. Along with my current medical courses, they have provided me with a solid foundation in different subject areas. I tutor in math, biology, anatomy, and test preparation. My...
Education & Certification
- University of Missouri-Kansas City - Current Undergrad, Six Year BA/MD Program
- University of Missouri-Kansas City - Current Grad Student, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Other
- Math
- SAT Reading
- +36 subjects

Sabrina: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...will start residency at Cleveland Clinic where I will be training in Obstetrics and Gynecology. I graduated from Yale University where I received a B.A. with distinction in History of Science, Medicine and Public Health and completed all required pre-medical course work. I have a wealth of experience when it comes to tutoring as well as utilizing tutors myself. I spent two years teaching both private and class-room based instruction for the MCAT through Examkrackers...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelors, History of Science, Medicine and Public Health
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- Pre-Algebra
- ACT Writing
- +32 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- AP Chemistry
- Biology
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- +11 subjects

Keith: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...in the 95th percentile on the MCAT: 517 ( 127, 130, 129, 131). I tutored my friends and class mates as an undergraduate, and continued that work by tutoring MCAT, ACT, and STEM fields for 3 years in New York City while I studied leukemia at Memorial Sloan Kettering. For each of my students, whether it is their first time taking it or they are hoping to increase their score, I am to develop a...
Education & Certification
- Michigan State University - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Michigan State University - Masters, Pharmacology and Toxicology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- AP Calculus BC
- College Biology
- LSAT
- +63 subjects

Kunwal: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...both the streets of Punjab, Pakistan and NYC. I graduated from the Macaulay Honors College with a BA in Biology and Boston University School of Medicine with my MD. I am passionate about empowering all students to feel confident in their ability to learn and conquer tests using test prep strategies and insights. I have years of experience teaching test prep (SHSAT, PSAT, SAT, MCAT, USMLEs) and specialize in learning disorders, ADHD, and graduate and...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- Boston University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- ACT English
- English REGENTS
- AP U.S. Government & Politics
- +103 subjects

Natalie: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...field will allow me to practice both. After graduating from UNLV with a Bachelor of Biology, I attended Touro University Nevada and earned a Master of Science in Medical Health Sciences. During the program, I took first year medical school courses including anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, immunology, histology and embryology. After completion of my degree, I continued to tutor master students in biochemistry and anatomy. I love to teach using visual aids, quizzes and unique and...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Touro University Nevada - Master of Science, Medical Health Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Physics
- Biology
- A Level Biology
- +33 subjects

Oygul: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
I have taught biology, chemistry and physics laboratory for three years, and have tutored these subjects and MCAT for the same number of years as well. I encourage my students to take an active learning approach and set goals of mastering the material rather then memorizing it. In addition to building a knowledge base, I like to emphasize critical thinking and problem solving. ... My teaching approach is based on the premise that intelligence is malleable. During my undergraduate years and teaching, I met a lot of students with deterministic view about their learning abilities, and saw how this belief affected them in areas they thought they were "not good at."? Usually, these students were worried about the outcome (grades) more than their performance during the course. I help alleviate their anxiety about grades by redirecting their attention to their learning habits.
Education & Certification
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Science
- Chemistry
- AP Statistics
- +80 subjects

Andrew: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...Science in Clinical Research Methods. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida. While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects in both math and science, I am most passionate about teaching any of the medical sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, pediatric medicine, etc.), research and research-related subjects (epidemiology, statistics, etc.), and biological sciences at all educational levels. I also feel confident in...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biomedical Sciences
- New York Medical College - PHD, Doctor of Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- PSAT Mathematics
- Clinical Psychiatry
- +169 subjects
Education & Certification
- Northern Arizona University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Caribbean Medical University - Current Grad Student, Endocrinology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Spelling Bee
- AP World History
- Marketing
- +128 subjects

Yasser: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...a lot of confidence in my tutoring methods. Understand concepts. Understand symptomatology. Understand how to think like a physician, not a student. Understand the way the examiner put both the question and the answer. Understand the flow of information in the medical exams. How to train your mind to think fast about the answer because the exam is very long. If you are looking for all that, then you are in the right place
Education & Certification
- Fayoum University - Bachelor of Science, Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
- Ain shams University - Doctor of Medicine, Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- Graduate Test Prep
- USMLE Step 3
- +7 subjects

Krystyn: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...in my class for math scores, but I knew that could not take me into a career I would love. For that reason, I majored in chemistry and minored in mathematics at Villanova University before starting medical school. I can help you get through your big exam, your semester, or maybe even the homework you have to cram for tomorrow! I hope to be there in whatever way possible so that you can reach your...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Sports Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- English
- Elementary School Math
- Graduate Test Prep
- +69 subjects

Alex: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
I'm a current medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and also tutor in a wide range of math, English, and Spanish classes. In my free time, I like to run, do CrossFit, volunteer,...
Education & Certification
- Washington and Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
- University of Arizona - Doctor of Medicine, Health and Wellness, General
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- ACT Science
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- College Chemistry
- +99 subjects

Michelle: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...apply for residency in field of pediatrics. I am passionate about tutoring students in USMLE because I understand that it is a difficult time for us all. This test tests our strength, mental stability and our endurance for lengthy hours. My philosophy is and always will be do to do your best and strive for excellence. That is what I teach my students and with my help, they are able to obtain this. Outside of...
Education & Certification
- Wayne State University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Ross University School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Homeopathic Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Professional Certifications
- MCAT
- Algebra
- +10 subjects

Kayla: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...went on to medical school and graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I am an Internal Medicine-Pediatrics resident at UICOMP. I have tutored extensively over the past 8 years in a variety of subjects and age ranges. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about helping pre-med students prepare for medical school. I also have extensive experience with mock interviews, MCAT prep, personal statement writing, the application process, and...
Education & Certification
- Indiana Wesleyan University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- ACT Reading
- Elementary School
- MCAT Verbal Reasoning
- +66 subjects

Thu: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...for my last board exam. I have a Masters in Science in Biomedical Science. My Bachelor's degree is in Psychology and I am currently finishing up my MBA for Health Care Administration. With my knowledge and experiences, I hope I can help you achieve your goals to not only do well on your exams but learn and understand the material. My goal is to work with you until you understand the material so that you...
Education & Certification
- Saint Mary's College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Barry University - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Middle School Reading
- MCAT
- Science
- +60 subjects

Khaja: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
...experience in standardized tests. I also have more than two years of clinical experience working in hospitals and other clinical settings in a variety of medical fields. I love tutoring and I have been doing it my entire academic career. I'm comfortable with all age groups. I've tutored elementary school kids, undergrads, nurses, Med students, and residents. I tutor a broad range of subjects but my expertise includes Science, Medicine, Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Psychiatry,...
Education & Certification
- DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management-Colorado - Bachelors, Telecommunications
- American University of Integrative Sciences - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Other
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Emergency Medicine
- +27 subjects

Andrea: Columbus USMLE test prep instructor
Hello! My name is Andrea and I am a fourth year medical student from Memphis, Tennessee! As a life-long student, I know that sometimes you just need a little push or a little help in particularly difficult classes. I'd be happy to help!
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- New York Institute of Technology - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Government
- High School Political Science
- Social Studies
- +77 subjects