DO student interested in psychiatry

[harryd]

What are my chances for a ACGME residency with USMLE step 1 205 and COMLEX of 500?

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[EMDO2018]

Is usmle really that much harder than the complex?

 

[Delque]

Is usmle really that much harder than the complex?

I thought the USMLE was actually easier than the COMLEX. They aren't on the same "scale." the COMLEX this year had a mean of 500 w/ a SD of 81. The USMLE had a mean of 227 w/ a SD of 22. Sorry Harrvd I dont have an answer for you but I felt the need to reply to EMDO2018

 

[jdubz]

What are my chances for a ACGME residency with USMLE step 1 205 and COMLEX of 500?

I have similar stats and have received 13 ACGME interview offers. Obviously, I haven't been through the match yet but I'm confident that the statistics are in my favor. If you want details on exact scores/interview invites feel free to PM me.

 

[psychattending]

Those are ok scores. So if there are no red flags in your application, then I would think that you would Match somewhere. However, if you have not applied to programs yet, you could have some problems because of the lateness.

 

[Kid_B]

Step 1 USMLE/COMLEX: 233/649
A few related extracurriculars including behavioral neuroscience research and homeless outreach.

I'm interested in a mid-to high tier ACGME program. Anyone know which ones are DO friendly?

Also, is it a must to audition? My current 4th year schedule wastes all my electives and my school doesn't let us switch sequences. I'm a 3rd year student.

 

[OldPsychDoc]

Not a must to "audition". Just make sure you have great, psych-specific letters to support your application.