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About the ECFMG Information Booklet and Application Materials
The ECFMG Information Booklet contains detailed information on ECFMG’s program of certification and ECFMG’s other programs and services for international medical students and graduates. You can access this publication and the on-line application for Step 1 and Step 2 (Clinical Knowledge and Clinical Skills components) of the United States Medical Licensing Examination™ (USMLE™) on this website.
Applicants for examination must use the applicable edition of the Information Booklet. The 2009 Information Booklet pertains to eligibility periods in 2009. If your eligibility period extends into 2010 and you test in 2010, you must become familiar with and will be subject to the policies and procedures detailed in the 2010 Information Booklet. The 2010 Information Booklet and application materials are expected to be available in August 2009. See Eligibility Periods.
The USMLE Bulletin of Information provides information about the USMLE, the three-step examination program for medical licensure in the United States. The USMLE Bulletin of Information is available on the USMLE website. In the event that information about the USMLE in the ECFMG Information Booklet differs from the corresponding information in the USMLE Bulletin of Information, the information in the USMLE Bulletin of Information shall govern.
Applicants for examination and ECFMG Certification are required to read both the ECFMG Information Booklet and the USMLE Bulletin of Information.
Although current at the time of publication, the information contained in this booklet is subject to change. If changes occur, information will be posted on the ECFMG website. You must obtain the most recent information to ensure an accurate understanding of current policies and procedures.
If you are not able to access publications or updated information on-line, contact ECFMG for assistance. See General Inquiries.
The ECFMG® Reporter, ECFMG’s free e-mail newsletter, provides important updates on ECFMG Certification and entry into graduate medical education in the United States. All applicants for ECFMG Certification should subscribe to The ECFMG® Reporter. See E-Newsletters.
The Information Booklet describes deadlines related to exam applications, scheduling, and other services. Unless otherwise indicated, deadlines are calculated using Eastern Time in the United States.
Please note that ECFMG may share certain information contained in your exam applications with other organizations under specified circumstances. For further information regarding ECFMG’s data collection and privacy practices, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
