Sacramento area medical students who are preparing to take the USMLE should contact Varsity Tutors so that we can help you sign up for Sacramento USMLE prep. The USMLE, or United States Medical Licensing Exam, is actually three separate exams that medical students have to take in order to be licensed as a medical professional in the United States. The USMLE contains material you have learned throughout your career as a medical student. It covers a wide range of complex topics and is designed to test whether medical students are prepared enough to practice medicine unsupervised. If you are a medical student at the University of California Davis School of Medicine or another medical school in the area, it is a good idea to sign up for Sacramento USMLE prep so that you can get a comprehensive review of the subject material before you take your exam.
What concepts will be covered during Sacramento USMLE prep?
The USMLE is divided into Steps 1, 2, and 3. Step 1 is usually taken by students in their second year of medical school. Students in their fourth year typically take Step 2, and students need to take Step 3 sometime after graduation, but not more than seven years after passing Step 1. The USMLE covers a host of topics, including behavioral health, the immune system, and pregnancy and childbirth, among others. Step 2 is distinct from the other two steps in that it also has a section where you have to travel to a testing center in either Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, or Philadelphia. While at the testing center, students will meet with actors posing as patients to demonstrate their skills in spoken English and communication.
While reviewing the material on the exam is obviously an important part of Sacramento USMLE preparation, working on developing test-taking strategies can also play a vital role in success on the USMLE. One of the most important test-taking strategies you can develop is time management. While you likely have had to develop time management skills to make it this far in your academic career, you may not be overly familiar with the format of the USMLE. Taking practice tests and working through Sacramento USMLE prep can help you feel more comfortable with the timing of the test and try to make sure that you have a chance to answer as many questions as possible.
What are the advantages of the two types of Sacramento USMLE prep?
If you decide to sign up for Sacramento USMLE prep, you have the option of choosing between two types of prep: a Sacramento USMLE prep class and private tutoring. Most students find that one of the types fits with their learning style better than the other. However, there are some students who choose to sign up for both options so that they can get a deeper review of the concepts before their exam.
Students who enjoy working with other students may prefer signing up for a USMLE prep course, as it is similar to a regular class. You can learn the material from an instructor and then use your knowledge and skills to collaborate with your classmates in class discussions and activities. One of the sections on Step 2 of the USMLE is practical, in the sense that you will have to interact with patients. As such, practicing your communication and interpersonal skills with your classmates can be a helpful review for taking this portion of the exam. It can also be useful to speak up and talk to some of your classmates if they don't understand a topic that you do because teaching a subject to someone else can go a long way in making sure that you fully understand it. As you interact with your classmates, your instructor can be there to offer guidance and support as needed.
If you feel like you would prefer working in a more personalized study environment, you may want to connect with a Sacramento USMLE tutor. Private instruction gives you more control over exactly what topics you review in your study sessions. If you are having a tough time retaining information related to a particular organ system, you can prioritize that subject area while not focusing as much of your time on the systems you are already comfortable with.
How can I get started with Sacramento USMLE prep?
The online nature of Sacramento USMLE prep means that it is easy to find a study session that fits into your schedule because you can simply take it at your home or any other location that has an Internet connection. If you are interested in receiving some extra help as you prepare for the USMLE, don't hesitate to reach out to Varsity Tutors today.

Nikolas: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
...of The Ohio State University, where I received a Bachelor's of Science in Exercise Science Education. At Ohio State, 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...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Exercise Science Education
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
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Natalie: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
...year pediatric resident. I chose pediatrics because, in addition to medicine, I love to teach and feel that this 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Touro University Nevada - Master of Science, Medical Health Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 3
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- College Biology
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- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Biophysics
- Midwestern University-Glendale - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
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- COMLEX
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Andrew : Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
...At the moment though, I have decided to change directions and pursue a career in medicine. As I go to school part time and prepare for my MCAT, I am tutoring physics, mathematics, biology, and chemistry, here at Varsity Tutors with my spare time. I graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and then obtained my Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stony Brook University. I'm...
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- USMLE
- High School Biology
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Sugi: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
- Baylor College of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- Elementary School Math
- +59 subjects

Antonio: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
I like to be creative and adapt to the learning style of a student. My goal is to make learning fun and never feel like a chore.... Adapt to what kind of learning the student best responds to; that way learning is fun and easy going, and never frustrating.... Get to know each other a bit, in order to know how to approach each topic the best way possible.... I think making different suggestions on how I taught myself, the material could bring some insight to someone in how to go about understanding the topic.
Education & Certification
- The Texas AM University - Bachelors, Biology, General
- UAG school of medicine - PHD, Medical doctor
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- Chemistry
- ACT English
- +59 subjects

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- University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
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Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NCLEX
- COMLEX
- Economics
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Pooja: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Summer
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- +33 subjects

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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
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Elementary School Math
- +55 subjects

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- Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Conservation Biology
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Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Professional Certifications
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- Genetics
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Priscilla: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- NCLEX
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Collin: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- USMLE
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- COMLEX
- Conversational Spanish
- +55 subjects

Tahir: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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- Middlesex Community College - Bachelors, Pre-Med
- Universidad Iberamericana - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
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- NCLEX
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Education & Certification
- University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Ross University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 3
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- NCLEX
- +31 subjects

William: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 3
- Math
- Algebra 2
- +22 subjects

Denisha: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
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Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- COMLEX
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Andrea: Sacramento 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!
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- Rhodes College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- New York Institute of Technology - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- COMLEX
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- Spelling Bee
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Amraha: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
...of tutoring experience with students of all ages! I graduated from high school as the Class Valedictorian in 2016, and then within 2 years I completed a Bachelors in Neuroscience from the Ohio State University. Currently, I'm pursuing a Masters in Pharmacology, and working at the NIH researching pre-eclampsia and preterm birth. I aim to apply to MD-PhD programs this year, and specialize in Perinatology and Neonatology! I have always grown up in an environment...
Education & Certification
- The Ohio State University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- The Ohio State University - Master of Science, Pharmacology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- OAE - Ohio Assessments for Educators
- AP Physics C: Mechanics
- Mac Basic Computer Skills
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Gibran: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
...Graduate who moved to the US. While here I worked part time for Kaplan and studied for my USMLE Step exams. I qualified all my Steps and look forward to guiding others to do the same. Working for Kaplan for 2yrs I enjoyed all aspects of my work and had the opportunity to work with multiple students facing different issues. From teaching classes with multiple students to one-on-one tutoring and also academic advising/creating study plans...
Education & Certification
- Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, India - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 3
- +20 subjects

Jung: Sacramento USMLE test prep instructor
...student at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and has aspirations to pursue a career as an Emergency Medicine physician. He graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in 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...
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
- MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
- College Biology
- +45 subjects