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United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 2 Clinical Knowledge

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Phase 1: Systems and Competency MappingYou are here

Set study priorities by official Step 2 CK weighted system categories.

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Phase 2: Clinical Diagnosis + Management

Focus on diagnosis, mixed management, and lab/diagnostic interpretation.

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Phase 3: Timed 16-Block Practice

Train pacing with full-length block sequencing and break planning.

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Phase 4: High-Yield Remediation

Use performance data to target vulnerable organ systems and task areas.

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Estimated total study time
245 hours
That's about 25 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the USMLE Step 2 CK Exam?

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Age
Education
Officially enrolled in or graduate of an eligible medical school pathway under USMLE rules
Experience
No residency completion required for Step 2 CK eligibility
Additional Requirements
  • Maximum 4 total attempts per Step
  • No more than 3 attempts within a 12-month period
  • Fourth attempt must be at least 12 months after first attempt and at least 6 months after most recent attempt

USMLE Step 2 CK Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

Often prepared during clinical training with a dedicated review window before exam day

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Retake Policy

No more than 3 attempts in 12 months; fourth attempt must meet 12-month/6-month spacing rules; total attempt cap is 4 per Step.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$695 Step 2 CK application fee (2026)
Application Fee$235 region fee for testing outside U.S./Canada
Total Estimated Cost$695-$925 depending testing region
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What You'll Study

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USMLE Step 2 CK Exam Details

United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 2 Clinical Knowledge

Administered by USMLE (Federation of State Medical Boards and NBME)

Official Source
218 (minimum passing score for exams administered on or after July 1, 2025)
Passing Score
316
Questions
One
Hours
$695 application fee (2026-2027); plus a $235 test delivery surcharge for exams taken outside the U.S. and Canada
Exam Fee
Study time: USMLE does not publish an official study-hour requirement
Prerequisites: USMLE eligibility as an approved medical student/graduate; Step 1 and Step 2 CK may be taken in any sequence
Valid for: No national expiration date; state-board completion windows may apply

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official USMLE (Federation of State Medical Boards and NBME) content outline

Human Development2-4%

Normal growth, aging, and well-patient care topics

Blood & Lymphoreticular/Immune Systems5-10%

Anemias, coagulation and platelet disorders, hematologic malignancies, transfusion reactions, immunodeficiency and hypersensitivity presentations.

Behavioral Health5-10%

Psychiatric and behavioral clinical knowledge domains

Nervous System & Special Senses5-10%

Neurologic and sensory-system clinical problem solving

Musculoskeletal System/Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue6-12%

MSK and skin clinical diagnosis and treatment

Cardiovascular System6-12%

Cardiovascular diagnosis, prognosis, and management

Respiratory System5-10%

Pulmonary disorders and treatment decisions

Gastrointestinal System5-10%

GI clinical presentations, diagnostics, and care

Renal & Urinary System & Reproductive Systems7-13%

Renal/urinary and reproductive-system clinical content

Pregnancy, Childbirth & the Puerperium3-7%

Obstetric care across pregnancy and postpartum periods

Endocrine System3-7%

Endocrine diagnosis and pharmacologic/non-pharmacologic management

Multisystem Processes & Disorders4-8%

Cross-system disease processes and integrated care

Biostatistics & Epidemiology/Population Health/Interpretation of Medical Literature3-5%

Evidence interpretation and population-health literacy

Social Sciences: Legal/Ethical Issues & Professionalism/Systems-based Practice & Patient Safety10-15%

Professionalism, ethics, legal, systems, and safety principles

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What's Next After the USMLE Step 2 CK?

After passing the USMLE Step 2 CK, you can pursue these career paths

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USMLE Step 2 CK Exam FAQ

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