Varsity Tutors is the only name you need to know if you're interested in taking a great New York City USMLE prep course. The USMLE (an acronym for United States Medical Licensing Exam) is a series of three high-stakes tests required to practice medicine in this country. The USMLE is cumulative, meaning that you are expected to remember nearly everything you studied at The New York University School of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, or another local medical school. If that's too much material to study on your own, there's nothing wrong with bringing in the experts to help you reach for your professional goals.
Your instructor will probably break your USMLE prep into each individual part, or "Step," to make it easier to study for. Step 1 covers core scientific topics such as the nervous system and the importance of blood and is generally taken following a student's second year of med school when such topics are freshest in your mind. Step 2 introduces some of the more practical clinical skills a doctor needs and is generally taken during your fourth year of medical school. Step 3 is saved until after you've graduated from medical school. Continue reading to learn more about how we can help you prepare for any or all of these exams.
What can I cover during a New York City USMLE course?
If you're preparing for Step 1, your instructor may concentrate on test-taking strategies to help you answer approximately 240 multiple-choice questions in the seven hours allotted. That may seem like a long time, but the questions are broken into 60-minute blocks that make time management an important skill on the exam. If you're ever unsure of an answer, it may be best to take a guess and move on instead of spending too long on a single item.
Step 2 is split into two distinct parts: Clinical Knowledge and Clinical Skills. While Clinical Knowledge uses a comparable format to Step 1, Clinical Skills is a practical test where you have to interact with patients in a controlled setting in order to evaluate your communication skills. After meeting each patient, you need to write up a quick "patient note" explaining your diagnosis to colleagues recommending follow-up care. If you have a hard time committing your thoughts to paper quickly, your instructor can show you how to sketch a quick outline to make it easier.
Step 3 is a mammoth exam administered over two days. Day 1 consists of six hours of multiple-choice questions comparable to Step 1 and Step 2: Clinical Knowledge, except that the topics covered include medical specializations such as pulmonology and family medicine instead of broader science. Day 2 has more of the same, plus 13 computer-based case simulations to measure how you react to realistic clinic scenarios. If you're apprehensive about the electronic interface on these simulations, your instructor can provide practice items to help you develop familiarity with it.
What are some of the advantages of taking a New York City USMLE course?
Each New York City USMLE class takes place on our exclusive Live Learning Platform, a mobile-friendly platform that allows you to see and hear your teacher anywhere you have a solid internet connection. Why commute to a physical classroom when the classroom can come to you? We also offer numerous class sessions concurrently, including two- and four-week options to help you find a fit for your busy lifestyle. New sessions start on a monthly basis, so it's also easy to get started.
Our Live Learning Platform also allows you to communicate with your classmates, allowing all of you to work together and forge a collaborative learning environment that may make it easier to understand challenging concepts. For instance, if you have a better handle on biostatistics than one of your classmates, you can explain it to them while your teacher works with someone else. Similarly, hearing a classmate's explanation of how social science impacts the medical profession may help you understand it.
Studying in a group also gives you value for your money, as each student can cover part of the cost of your New York City USMLE class. If you feel like you might need individualized attention to cover a specific learning obstacle, you are also free to arrange private study sessions with your instructor on an as-needed basis.
How do I sign up for a New York City USMLE course today?
Simply reach out to Varsity Tutors using the information provided below to learn more about our convenient enrollment process. We're confident that our New York City USMLE class is among the best in the business, and we think you'll agree after learning more about it!
Jared: New York USMLE course instructor
...January, I graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Biological Sciences. I have tutored private clients since 2011 and have experience tutoring students in Biology, Chemistry and Math. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized exams for undergraduate and graduate school admission. In addition to my private tutoring activities, I was also a TA to an introductory science course at Cornell. In this position, I lectured weekly to a section of 15 undergraduate...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- COMLEX
- GRE Subject Test in Biology
- ACT Writing
- +157 subjects
Paul: New York USMLE course instructor
...I am a firm believer that learning should be fun, enjoyable, and rewarding. I have found success tutoring students when I connect the concepts to everyday experiences and thoughts. Doing this helps students to understand them more easily. When I see a student grasp a concept they were having trouble with it brings me a sense of joy and accomplishment. I look forward to sharing my experiences and tips/tricks I have found helpful with others.
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
- Rutger's Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- Elementary School Math
- AP Biology
- +46 subjects
Jung: New York USMLE course instructor
...May 2015 where he double majored in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry and Psychology and minored in Chemistry. He graduated from the School of Arts and Sciences Honors Program with the distinction of Summa Cum Laude. After graduation, he worked at the Colgate-Palmolive Global Technology Center for their Research & Development Department to provide a better understanding of skin irritation pathways and ways to mitigate irritation. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys walking his dog, volunteering for...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Molecular Biology & Biochemistry and Psychology
- New Jersey Medical School - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- PRAXIS
- Math
- Physical Chemistry
- +45 subjects
Education & Certification
- Walden University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- +113 subjects
Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
- Allied American University - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- CLS - Clinical Laboratory Science
- Pre-Calculus
- Calculus
- +17 subjects
Pooja: New York USMLE course instructor
...recently graduated Case Western Reserve University, a year early, with a bachelors degree in Biochemistry. My science background has taught me the value of good teaching, and has consequently impacted how I, myself tutor students. I tutor students in the SAT/ACT math and writing sections, biological sciences, and middle school level math/algebra. My goal in tutoring each student is to not only get the student to understand the material, but to also enjoy their process...
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Microbiology
- Math
- +33 subjects
Miguel: New York USMLE course instructor
...Nacional de Colombia, where I graduated. Then, I was a practicing Doctor in rural and small hospitals of Colombia as General Practitioner. Ten years ago, I moved to New York City and I have been working as Research Coordinator for New York University. At the same time, I took 40 credits at Touro College of bachelor in Biology. I enjoy to motivate students to gain knowledge and I possess the skills to explain difficult subjects,...
Education & Certification
- Touro College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Microbiology
- Elementary School
- Elementary School Writing
- +40 subjects
Ramachandra: New York USMLE course instructor
Hi there! I'm currently a hematology/oncology fellow interested in graduate medical education. I excelled on my clerkship exams and Step 2CK. In addition, I have created a robust internal Medicine review course and a hematology review course. I have mentored many students as well and look forward to educating the next generation.
Education & Certification
- Boston College - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 3
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +2 subjects
Mikhail: New York USMLE course instructor
...others. I love to teach and help people when I can. I have many years of experience tutoring and teaching people both one on one and classes of up to about 40 students and lectures with well over 100. I specialize in almost all things science and math. Throughout my many years of helping people achieve their academic goals, I have adapted a style which focuses on removing the doubt and worry from those whom...
Education & Certification
- Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- USMLE Step 1
- Inorganic Chemistry
- +79 subjects
Dave: New York USMLE course instructor
...for medical students), but with a variety of other subjects in which I have significant experience. I take great enjoyment from helping students at all levels meet (and often exceed!) their goals. Generally, I apply the principles that worked for me as a student - as well as for past students I've tutored - in order to give my students the knowledge and tools to succeed in their classes and on their exams. I'm currently...
Education & Certification
- Touro College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Stony Brook University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Science
- College Chemistry
- +23 subjects
Justine: New York USMLE course instructor
...to make the grades. After years of my own academic pursuits, I have developed a passion for helping others, both in and outside of the classroom. Studying medicine takes a different set of skills which I have developed, perfected and more than willing to teach others. With over 30 residency interviews and ranked #2 in my graduating class, my learning technique has proved successful. I am an avid learner and can adapt my teaching style...
Education & Certification
- Ursinus College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Master of Science, Pharmacology and Toxicology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
- MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills
- MCAT
- +6 subjects
Sadia: New York USMLE course instructor
Hey Everyone! It is a pleasure to e-meet you. I am Dr. Sadia, and I have a versatile tutoring background. I have been passionately helping my peers and colleagues for the last two decades! My desire to help others learn stems from my need for tutoring and mentoring throughout my academics.
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Plymouth State University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- Walden University - Doctor of Business Adminstration, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +140 subjects
Tahir: New York USMLE course instructor
...I came to a conclusion that every student learns and masters any subject(s) in a different way. For instance, I would learn each subject on my own and then teach my fellow medical students. This helped me remarkably to pass my board exams with decent scores, and in the process I became fond of teaching. Therefore, I would like to share my knowledge of basic sciences that I have worked on since I started medical...
Education & Certification
- Middlesex Community College - Bachelors, Pre-Med
- Universidad Iberamericana - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 3
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- NCLEX
- +81 subjects
Charlene: New York USMLE course instructor
...struggling. I make learning fun, challenging and interactive. Majority of my students start to see improvement within the first few weeks. I am patient and passionate about tutoring, and I waste no time in helping my students to become confident and bold. I will do whatever it takes to make sure that my student is confident in the subject area. It is my duty to make sure that my students own their materials. As a...
Education & Certification
- CUNY City College - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Science
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +27 subjects
Krystyn: New York USMLE course instructor
...am Emergency Medicine Doctor. I fell in love with a few things when I was young: math and medicine. I was the top 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...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Sports Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NCLEX
- USMLE Step 2 CS
- USMLE Step 3
- +69 subjects
Mariya: New York USMLE course instructor
...love to learn and help others to gain knowledge. In my opinion, a key to success is not only a hard work, but understanding also. When we understand the material, we have all the chances to learn something. Being an honored student myself, I know how to break down and teach the hardest topics. My teaching style will help students to memorize the material quickly and effectively with the help of mnemonics, visualization and spaced...
Education & Certification
- Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Certified Medical Assistant Exam
- NCLEX
- Bioinformatics
- +82 subjects
Justine: New York USMLE course instructor
...be receiving my M.D. in May 2022. I have had tutoring experience prior to medical school as a piano teacher and physics tutor at my undergrad. Additionally, I have experience mentoring my peers and editing personal statements/activity descriptions for medical school applications as well as other graduate school applications (dental school, PA school). During medical school, I have mentored underclassmen on coursework as well as the USMLE Step 1 and 2 exams where I scored...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- New York Medical College - Doctor of Medicine, Emergency Medical Technology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +68 subjects
Denisha: New York USMLE course instructor
...Tears and Domestic Violence educational projects through her Fields Experience in the service of Public Health from NOVA, and is pursuing her training alongside in conflict analysis and resolution skills for her doctorate in (PHD) in the school of humanities. Denisha completed her undergraduate studies as Magna Cum Laude from a highly prestigious and private university of Nobel Laureates (as Albert Michelson for Physics and Paul Berg for Chemistry), Case Western Reserve University, graduating with...
Education & Certification
- Nova Southeastern University - Doctor of Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine
- Nova Southeastern University - Master in Public Health, Public Health
- Nova Southeastern University - Doctor of Philosophy, Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- COMLEX
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- USMLE Step 3
- +70 subjects
Ayesha : New York USMLE course instructor
...this year, so I am really passionate about this exam and other medicine/science based exams and helping students prepare to get the best possible score they can attain by mastering basic sciences, proper study techniques, and creating a schedule that works great for them. I achieved dean's list for my first two years of medical school and became a medical sciences tutor for the Academy of Teaching and Learning in my medical school. I was...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Premedicine
- Ross University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- Medicine
- Writing
- +44 subjects
Peter: New York USMLE course instructor
...Medicine where I graduated with a Medical Doctorate. I will be pursuing a master's in public health at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health in the 2019-20 school year prior to starting my residency training. I have tutored students from a broad age range including elementary school all the way to medical school in a variety of subjects. I have worked as a special education paraprofessional and worked with students with Autism and other...
Education & Certification
- University of Saint Thomas MN - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- Saint Georges University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NCLEX
- Graduate Test Prep
- Business
- +55 subjects