The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is a multi-part professional exam sponsored by the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) and the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME). It is intended to assess a physician's readiness to practice medicine in the United States.

The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is a three-step examination for medical licensure in the United States. It is designed to assess a physician's ability to apply knowledge, concepts, and principles, and to demonstrate fundamental patient-centered skills that are important in health and disease.

The number of questions varies by step: Step 1 and Step 2 CK (Clinical Knowledge) typically have around 280 questions each, while Step 3 has approximately 233 questions on Day 1 and 180 questions on Day 2.

The passing score for USMLE Step 1 is 196, for Step 2 CK it is 209, and for Step 3 it is 198. These scores are subject to change, so it is important to verify with the official USMLE website.

The competency level required for the USMLE exam is that of a medical student who has completed the basic science curriculum and is ready to enter clinical training. For Step 3, the competency level is that of a resident physician ready for independent practice.

The USMLE exam format includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs), computer-based case simulations (for Step 3), and clinical skills assessments (for Step 2 CS, though this has been suspended as of 2021).

The USMLE exams are administered at Prometric test centers worldwide. You must register through the official USMLE website and schedule your exam at a Prometric center.

The USMLE exam is offered in English.

The cost of the USMLE exam varies by step and can range from $645 to $1,300 per step for U.S. and Canadian students. International students may have additional fees.

The target audience for the USMLE exam includes medical students and graduates who wish to practice medicine in the United States.

The average salary of a USMLE-certified physician can vary widely based on specialty, location, and years of experience, but it generally ranges from $150,000 to $300,000 per year.

The testing providers for the USMLE exam are the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) and the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME).

The recommended experience for taking the USMLE exam includes completing the basic science curriculum in medical school for Step 1, clinical rotations for Step 2 CK, and residency training for Step 3.

There are no formal prerequisites for the USMLE exam, but candidates typically need to be enrolled in or have graduated from a medical school.

There is no expected retirement date for the USMLE exam as it is a continuously offered examination required for medical licensure in the United States.

The USMLE exam roadmap includes three steps: Step 1 (basic sciences), Step 2 CK (clinical knowledge), and Step 3 (clinical skills and management). Each step must be passed to progress towards medical licensure.

The USMLE exam covers a wide range of topics including anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, and clinical sciences such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, psychiatry, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Sample questions for the USMLE exam can be found on the official USMLE website and through various test prep resources and books.

The difficulty level of the USMLE exam is considered to be high, requiring extensive preparation and a deep understanding of medical knowledge and clinical skills.