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AMBOSS’s Self-Assessments for Step 1 and Step 2

Train your test-taking skills with our best Self-Assessment yet.

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  • Answer 160 USMLE®-style practice questions.
  • Get a detailed Score Report and personalized study recommendations to boost your score.
  • Available Spring 2025 on demand.
  • Early bird offer: $40 (regular price: $50).
  • Tell us which USMLE® Step or NBME® Shelf Self-Assessment you'd like to take next, and we'll email you when it's available.
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Dedicated Self-Assessments for Step 1 & Step 2

Give yourself the best shot at success in the real thing! AMBOSS's Self-Assessments are highly realistic simulations of the USMLE® exams. The coolest part? After you take the practice exam, you'll get connected with high-yield AMBOSS resources to boost your score.

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Find out more about the Self-Assessments:

Step 1 Self Assessment
Step 2 Self Assessment

What makes AMBOSS’s Self-Assessment unique?

AMBOSS’s Self-Assessment doesn’t just give you a score estimate. It actively trains your test-taking skills and connects you with the resources you need to maximize your score.

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📈Score Report

This is where ✨the magic✨happens! You will get a detailed performance analysis and breakdown of your strengths and weaknesses.

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🎯Study recommendations

Dive into a personalized list of high-yield topics YOU should focus on, prioritized by how relevant they are for this exam.

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💪 Integrated resources

Your recommendations will include high-yield articles, study plans, Qbank sessions, Anki recommendations and more resources you can use to solidify your knowledge of any topic, and max out your score!

Trusted by medical students across the world

Description -  Hear from some of our amazing customers who are building faster.
"AMBOSS’ Self-Assessment was a great transition from passive Step studying through classes to focused dedicated study period. This exam gives you a taste of test day and a baseline of where you are going into dedicated...It's really hard to find good questions with good answer explanations, but this Self-Assessment has them!"
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Aaishwariya G.
University of Central Florida College of Medicine, class of 2023
“…[W]hen it came to Step 1 prep, the Self-Assessment was the perfect first step in getting ready for dedicated studying; not only were questions well made and able to give me a "baseline" of where I was at knowledge-wise, but also, the in-depth explanations (linked to the AMBOSS library) provided an unparalleled depth of review and integration after receiving the Score Report.”
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Samuel C.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine, MD-PhD Graduate Trainee (GS-1)
“AMBOSS was really a one-stop shop for my Step 1 study...I took the Self-Assessment in February… and had a good idea of where I stood preparation-wise months before the actual exam. It was so helpful to know what I needed to work more on in advance, so that I could really pinpoint where I wanted to spend my time and tailor my schedule.”
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Sandy S.
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston School of Medicine, class of 2023

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You’ll need an active AMBOSS membership to take any Self-Assessment. You’ll also need it to access the high-yield articles, Qbank, study plans, Anki flashcards and other resources recommended in your Study Recommendations. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to take the AMBOSS USMLE® Self-Assessment?

AMBOSS’s Self-Assessment will be available in Spring 2025, for $40. After purchase, there’s no deadline. You’ll be able to take the assessment whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you. You’ll also get an instant email from us explaining how to access the Self-Assessment, and any other info you'll need.

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*Make sure you have an active AMBOSS membership!

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You’ll need an active, paid AMBOSS membership to take the Self-Assessment, and to make the most of your study recommendations. 

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What does the AMBOSS USMLE® Self-Assessment include?

You will get:

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  • 160 true-to-life questions over 4 question blocks, presented in the NBME®’s official timed format and exam interface.
  • A three-digit score to pinpoint your exam readiness and likelihood of passing.
  • A personalized breakdown of your strengths and weaknesses, plus a practical overview of the high-yield resources and practice questions you should focus on.
Will the AMBOSS Self-Assessment help me predict my actual exam score?

Our questions are tested by experts and are representative of what you will see on the actual exam. Our Score Report also reflects the relative distribution of topics on the actual USMLE exam.

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Just like the real exams, the AMBOSS Self-Assessments places students on a scale relative to their peers. Get an accurate score prediction based on all your self-assessments with our Score Predictor!

When can I take the AMBOSS Self-Assessment?

Once you buy the AMBOSS Self-Assessment, it is available for you to start and finish any time (as long as your AMBOSS subscription is active).

I don’t have an AMBOSS account, can I still do the Self-Assessment?

If you don’t already have an AMBOSS account - we want to encourage you to discover all the ways we can help you reach your full Step 1 potential! You need a paid AMBOSS membership to answer and review self-assessment questions.  Create your account here. It only takes a few minutes to verify your email address and complete your profile.

How long do I have to take the AMBOSS Self-Assessment?  

You don’t have to take the Self-Assessment right away - you can do it at a time that’s convenient for you.. Note: You will need an AMBOSS membership to answer and review self-assessment questions. If your membership has expired, renew it to continue using the self-assessment.

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You will have 4 question blocks, and 60 minutes to complete each question block (if you have a time accommodation for USMLEs, you can also get extended time here). You can split the Self-Assessment up into chunks and take each block at any point. You can also pause the exam, if you need to. That said, we recommend that you complete the exam in one sitting, so you build your test-taking stamina ahead of the real thing.

Can I take the Self-Assessment on a mobile device?

The Self-Assessment is not available on the mobile apps. Although it is possible to take it on the web browser of your mobile device, we strongly recommend taking it on your desktop device. When you take the real USMLE® exam, it’ll be on desktop - so taking the Self-Assessment on desktop is the best way to prepare yourself for exam conditions.

Are the Self-Assessment questions the same as the Qbank questions on the AMBOSS platform?

No, these questions are not part of the AMBOSS Qbank and you would not have seen them, even if you have been using AMBOSS over the past few years. The questions are unique to the Self-Assessment, they won’t be anywhere else in our Qbank.

When will my answers and study recommendations be available?

After each block, you will be able to review your questions and answers.

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Once you fully complete all 4 blocks, you’ll get your Score Report and study recommendations. You’ll be able to go back and review your Score Report again any time.

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You’ll need an active, paid AMBOSS membership to dive into your personalized study recommendations, as well as our library and QBank. Create your account here.