USMLE tutoring at Ivy Tutoring pairs medical students and residents 1-on-1 with tutors hired for top scores on the exams they teach. Founded by Harvard-trained tutors, our medical coaching combines 1-on-1 Zoom sessions, weekday live group review, NBME & UWorld question-bank tracking, and biweekly text check-ins across USMLE Step 1, USMLE Step 2 CK, clerkship shelf exams, and USMLE Step 3.
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USMLE Step 1 Tutoring
The Step 1 Pass Plan is built for medical students preparing for Step 1 — including students behind on NBMEs or in dedicated.
- 20 hours of 1-on-1 tutoring (in total)
- Live group classes 5x/week (Mon–Fri, 90 min) until you're in passing range (>75% on an NBME practice exam)
- Personalized day-by-day study plan & QBank guidance
- 1-on-1 onboarding & biweekly text check-ins
USMLE Step 2 CK Tutoring
The Step 2 Pass Plan turns your clinical clerkship year and dedicated period into one continuous Step 2 CK campaign.
- 20 hours of 1-on-1 tutoring (in total)
- Live Step 2 group sessions 3x/week (Mon, Wed, Fri) until you sit for Step 2 CK
- Covers all 6 core clerkship shelf exams + Step 2 CK
- Rotation-flexible calendar & biweekly check-ins
Clerkship Shelf Exam Program
Targeted tutoring for individual NBME clerkship shelf exams: Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Neurology & EM.
- 10 hours of 1-on-1 tutoring per shelf exam
- Live Step 2 group sessions Mon/Wed/Fri + recordings
- Weekly office hours for rotation questions
- $1,999/shelf ($1,499/shelf for Step 1 Pass Plan alumni)
USMLE Step 3 Tutoring
The Busy-Resident Step 3 Pass fits intern-year shifts, night float, and call without taking over your life.
- 1-on-1 coaching built around resident shift schedules
- High-yield CCS cases, biostatistics & prognosis drills
- Daily 10-minute micro-blocks that compound on rotation
- Direct accountability from your Step 3 coach
How our USMLE tutoring works
- Free 15-minute strategy call. We review your latest NBME forms, UWorld percentages, rotation schedule, and exam date, then map out what needs to change first.
- 1-on-1 tutor match & onboarding. You are matched with a USMLE coach who scored at the top of the exam you are taking and understands your timeline.
- NBME & UWorld-driven weekly sessions. Instead of re-reading passive notes, sessions focus on how you dissect stems, rule out distractors, and close system gaps.
- Live weekday classes & biweekly check-ins. Between 1-on-1 sessions, live classes and two-week accountability check-ins keep your study plan moving.
What USMLE students say (verbatim Google reviews)
Every quote below is from a public review on our Google Business Profile. Read more on our reviews page.
“Working with Ivy Tutoring was hands down one of the best decisions I've ever made for my Step exam preparation. From the very beginning, both Blake and Frankie went above and beyond, not just as tutors, but as mentors who genuinely cared about my success.”
“I just received my step 1 results and passed. I couldn't have done it without Blake's support and encouragement. I had been studying for step 1 for a long time and had been horribly burnt out.”
“Got the result in December and its a PASS. Thanks to Ivytutoring. Their NBME reviews crash course in last 2 weeks really helped make a big difference. My NBME scores jumped up to 84%.”
“Amazing tutors! This organization helped me to pass step 1 and I'm using them again for Step 2. A MUST have!”
“As an IMG, I highly recommend Ivy Med for the boards preparation.”
“I highly recommend Dr. Blake and the Ivy Med Tutoring team. Their crash course and YouTube content explained complex Step concepts clearly and effectively. The sessions were structured, high-yield, and boosted my confidence.”
Individual results vary. Testimonials reflect individual students’ experiences and are not typical or guaranteed.
Free USMLE study guides & state directories
- Free USMLE Step 1 study guideHigh-yield Step 1 dedicated planning, NBME pacing, and system review.
- Free USMLE Step 2 CK study guideHow to align clerkship shelf prep with a top Step 2 CK score.
- Free USMLE Step 3 study guideCCS case strategy and resident-friendly Step 3 scheduling.
- Step 1 tutoring by stateFind online USMLE Step 1 tutoring for medical schools in all 50 states.
- Step 2 CK tutoring by stateState-by-state USMLE Step 2 CK and clerkship shelf tutoring guides.
- All USMLE blog articlesRead our latest guides on Step 1 pass rates, UWorld, First Aid, and NBME strategy.
Have a Step exam or shelf coming up? Book a free 15-minute strategy call and leave with a clear week-by-week game plan.
Step 1 Strategy CallStep 2 CK Strategy CallUSMLE tutoring: common questions
Which USMLE exams do you tutor?
We offer 1-on-1 online tutoring and structured study programs for USMLE Step 1, USMLE Step 2 CK, all core clinical clerkship shelf exams (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Neurology and Emergency Medicine), and USMLE Step 3.
What is included in the USMLE Step 1 Pass Plan?
The Step 1 Pass Plan includes 20 hours of 1-on-1 tutoring in total, live group classes 5 times per week (Monday through Friday, 90 minutes each) until you're in passing range (above 75% on an NBME practice exam), question bank guidance, a personalized study plan, optional AI study tools, a 1-on-1 onboarding session, and check-ins every two weeks by text for accountability. Continued group access is the guarantee — not a refund or a guaranteed exam result.
What is included in the USMLE Step 2 Pass Plan?
The Step 2 Pass Plan supports M3 and M4 students across all six core clerkship shelf exams and Step 2 CK itself. It includes 20 hours of 1-on-1 tutoring in total, live Step 2 group sessions 3 times per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) until you take your Step 2 CK exam, question bank guidance, a personalized study plan that flexes with your rotation schedule, a 1-on-1 onboarding session, and biweekly text check-ins.
Can I get tutoring for a single clerkship shelf exam?
Yes. Our Shelf Exam Program is $1,999 per shelf ($1,499 per shelf for students who pass Step 1 with Ivy Tutoring). Each shelf includes 10 hours of 1-on-1 tutoring, live Step 2 group sessions on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with recordings, and office hours.
Do you work with IMGs and students who are behind on NBMEs?
Yes. Many of our students are US MD, US DO, and international medical graduates (IMGs) who come to us after a low NBME score, an extended dedicated period, or a previous attempt. On your free 15-minute strategy call, we review your NBME and UWorld performance and map a concrete day-by-day plan.
How much does USMLE tutoring cost?
The Shelf Exam Program is $1,999 per shelf. Pricing for the Step 1 Pass Plan, Step 2 Pass Plan, and Step 3 program is shared on your free 15-minute strategy call so we can match the right plan to your timeline and exam date. All purchases are final and non-refundable.