If you're interested in taking a Buffalo USMLE prep course but aren't sure how to get started, Varsity Tutors is the resource you have been searching for. The USMLE (or the United States Medical Licensing Exam) is a series of three cumulative tests that American medical licensing authorities require as part of the process to legally practice medicine in the United States. Yes, this means that you will be tested on nearly everything you have studied at a local medical school such as Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo or another institution. If you feel that you may need professional assistance preparing for these challenging exams, contact us today so that we can enroll you in a Buffalo USMLE class.
What can I study in a Buffalo USMLE course?
The content you study depends entirely on which "Step," or part, of the USMLE you're studying for. For example, Part 1 is a long (seven hours!) multiple-choice exam assessing whether you have the scientific foundation expected of med school students at the conclusion of their second year. The test is broken into seven 60-minute blocks, creating an interesting paradox where you constantly feel like you're under the gun despite the length of the exam. Your instructor can show you test-taking strategies to help you guess even if you don't know the answer to a question, allowing you to move onto the next item in a timely fashion.
Part 2 has a Clinical Knowledge exam comparable to Part 1, except that it lasts eight hours instead of seven. There's also a Clinical Skills component that evaluates how well a test-taker can interact with both patients and colleagues in a professional setting. If you're an introvert who isn't too keen on being graded on your social skills, you might benefit from role-playing with your instructor and fellow students to get a sense of what you're expected to do and say on test day.
Part 3 is a two-day test that consists of a six-hour multiple-choice exam on day one and a combination of multiple-choice items and computer-based case simulations on day two. The simulations are designed to thrust prospective physicians into an environment where they may need to make life and death decisions within a strict time limit, accurately representing what it's like to be a doctor. It's almost never a good idea to go into this section cold, so your teacher can provide practice simulations to give you some experience before you sit for the exam.
What are some of the advantages of taking a Buffalo USMLE course?
Taking a formal course allows you to meet with a knowledgeable instructor and like-minded students to review USMLE concepts in a structured learning environment. Each instructor undergoes a rigorous interview process, so you can trust that you will be working with a great communicator with the most recent information regarding the assessment. Our exclusive Live Learning Platform also allows you to see and hear your instructor as if you were in the same room, even if they're miles away from Buffalo. As a result, asking for clarification is as simple as it would be in a physical class.
Our platform also allows you to interact with your peers in real time. If one of your new friends is struggling with the mechanics of the nervous system, you can try explaining it to them while reinforcing your own understanding of the material. Similarly, hearing a fellow student's interpretation of the role of social science in medicine may help it click for you. Many students find that studying in a collaborative learning environment makes it easier to grasp difficult concepts, so don't knock working in a group until you've tried it.
Taking a Buffalo USMLE class also gives you value for your money, as you receive expert instruction without having to pay the entire bill yourself. You can also arrange private study time with your instructor on an as-needed basis, allowing you to get personalized extra help if you need it.
Most importantly, we allow you to take a class on your schedule. Since everything happens online, you don't need to budget any time to commute anywhere. We also offer multiple class sessions simultaneously, including both two and four-week options to make it easier to find a fit for your lifestyle. New sessions also start monthly, so you don't need to wait too long before you get started.
Can I take a Buffalo USMLE course today?
Absolutely. Use the contact info provided below to speak with an Educational Consultant who can answer any questions you have and sign you up for a Buffalo USMLE class. Varsity Tutors has helped countless students reach for their academic goals in the past, and we would be delighted to assist you as well!

Ashutosh: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
I have been tutoring for the past 5 years. My quality of providing a student specific help makes me a great tutor. I am very good at analyzing a student and finding out the areas where a student needs strengthening.
Education & Certification
- CUNY Hunter College - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Middle School Math
- Pre-Algebra
- Math
- +20 subjects

Sabrina: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...B.A. with distinction in History of Science, Medicine and Public Health and completed all required pre-medical course work. I have a wealth of experience when it comes to tutoring as well as utilizing tutors myself. I spent two years teaching both private and class-room based instruction for the MCAT through Examkrackers and Varsity Tutors. Recently, I have private tutored students in USMLE Step 1 and Step 2. I scored in the 88th percentile on Step...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelors, History of Science, Medicine and Public Health
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Pre-Calculus
- AP Biology
- ACT
- +32 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Graduate Test Prep
- Science
- AP Chemistry
- +11 subjects

Oygul: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...college Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and helped students prepare for MCAT. In addition to building the knowledge base, I like to emphasize critical thinking and problem solving. After 7 years of tutoring, I became aware of many social and psychological factors and prior life experiences that can affect learning. This understanding allows me to help students manage their test-taking anxiety and challenge any negative beliefs that get in their way. I believe that intelligence is...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- College Chemistry
- Immunology
- +86 subjects

Jarett: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...been dressed, she was given an antibiotic and invited to rest her foot before returning home. Before we could move to prepare a place for her to rest, she quickly embraced the volunteer and me who had "endured" with her, thanking us with tears in her eyes and words of gratitude pouring from her heart. The pain of the wound was not just physical pain. For Elisa, her wound brought with it grief and worry,...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Biophysics
- Midwestern University-Glendale - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- COMLEX
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +27 subjects

Nikolas: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...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 in August of 2016. Before that begins, I am working as a personal trainer/performance coach, in addition to tutoring. While I can tutor a variety of subjects, I am most effective in teaching science courses. I also am able to help students...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Exercise Science Education
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- ACT Reading
- Test Prep
- Statistics
- +85 subjects

Andrew: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...to tutor a broad range of subjects in both math and science, I am most passionate about teaching any of the medical sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, pediatric medicine, etc.), research and research-related subjects (epidemiology, statistics, etc.), and biological sciences at all educational levels. I also feel confident in my abilities to teach math and science, as it relates to standardized test preparation (USMLE, MCAT, ACT, and SAT). Throughout my own academic career,...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biomedical Sciences
- New York Medical College - PHD, Doctor of Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 2 CS
- USMLE Step 3
- +180 subjects

Antonio: Buffalo USMLE course 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
- MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
- ACT English
- +59 subjects

Krystyn: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...young: math and medicine. I was the top in my class for math scores, but I knew that could not take me into a career I would love. For that reason, I majored in chemistry and minored in mathematics at Villanova University before starting medical school. I can help you get through your big exam, your semester, or maybe even the homework you have to cram for tomorrow! I hope to be there in whatever...
Education & Certification
- Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Sports Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 2 CS
- NCLEX
- USMLE Step 3
- +69 subjects

Michelle: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...School of Medicine and received my undergraduate degree at Wayne State University and am a resident in pediatrics. I am passionate about tutoring students in USMLE because I understand that it is a difficult time for us all. This test tests our strength, mental stability and our endurance for lengthy hours. My philosophy is and always will be do to do your best and strive for excellence. That is what I teach my students and...
Education & Certification
- Wayne State University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Ross University School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Homeopathic Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- COMLEX
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +24 subjects

Jessica: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...their best learning style in order to maximize their learning potential. I enjoy working with students to achieve their best especially when they feel defeated because every student at some point in their academic career has felt that way. I love reading, especially fiction and literature. I am also athletically active; my favorite sport is basketball. In addition to being active, I enjoy being outdoors and hiking. I am a social person, so many of...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
- Howard University - Doctor of Medicine, Biological and Physical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Professional Certifications
- Study Skills
- Other
- +1 subjects

Aashish: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. I have an extensive history of tutoring with students of all ages, ranging from elementary school students to graduate level students. When I was in middle and high school, I spent a couple of summers tutoring elementary school students in Mathematics and English. During my undergraduate years, I was a teaching assistant for Plant Biology course for nonscience students and Biological Sciences for Pre-med students. For the past...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
- University of Toledo - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- PSAT
- Biochemistry
- History
- +135 subjects

Tahir: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...conclusion that every student learns and masters any subject(s) in a different way. For instance, I would learn each subject on my own and then teach my fellow medical students. This helped me remarkably to pass my board exams with decent scores, and in the process I became fond of teaching. Therefore, I would like to share my knowledge of basic sciences that I have worked on since I started medical school in 2007 up...
Education & Certification
- Middlesex Community College - Bachelors, Pre-Med
- Universidad Iberamericana - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- USMLE Step 1
- NCLEX
- +81 subjects

Justine: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...I double majored in Biology and Science in Human Culture. Currently, I am a 4th year medical student at New York Medical College and will be receiving my M.D. in May 2022. I have had tutoring experience prior to medical school as a piano teacher and physics tutor at my undergrad. Additionally, I have experience mentoring my peers and editing personal statements/activity descriptions for medical school applications as well as other graduate school applications (dental...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
- New York Medical College - Doctor of Medicine, Emergency Medical Technology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- USMLE Step 1
- NBME - National Board of Medical Examiners
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- +68 subjects

Nathan : Buffalo USMLE course instructor
I am a current 4th year medical student who is working towards my MD degree and plans to practice in cardiology. Prior to medical school, I completed my bachelor's degree in Biochemistry at Bowling Green State University with a minor in biology. I also completed my MBA degree at Wright State University Raj Soin School of Medicine. I tutor in English, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and USMLE Step 1 and 2. I also participate in essay editing...
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Chemistry, Biochemistry
- Wright State University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Health/Medical Psychology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
- English Grammar and Syntax
- Academic Coaching
- +13 subjects

Laura: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
I am a pediatrician by training and pediatricians are, by nature, educators. I have spent most of my career helping students from high school through medical school learn about medicine. I am skilled at helping students prepare for standardized tests both by learning and reinforcing their knowledge and helping them with test prep and test taking strategy. It's not enough to study hard, developing good and flexible study skills and strategies are paramount. I look...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- University of Texas at Houston College of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- OTR / NBCOT - Occupational Therapist - Registered
- NPTE - National Physical Therapy Examination
- NCLEX
- +28 subjects

Abdullah: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...2015. In addition, I worked as a clinical research assistant at the Saint Louis University Center of Outcomes Research, specifically in the area of liver transplantation. I believe I have many qualities and the experience to be a great tutor, especially a great MCAT tutor. As someone who has successfully navigated from an undergraduate program to medical school, I understand and can relate to the struggles of a student that wishes to pursue the medical...
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Economics
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Professional Certifications
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- Science
- +21 subjects

Pooja: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
I recently graduated Case Western Reserve University, a year early, with a bachelors degree in Biochemistry. My science background has taught me the value of good teaching, and has consequently impacted how I, myself tutor students. I tutor students in the SAT/ACT math and writing sections, biological sciences, and middle school level math/algebra. My goal in tutoring each student is to not only get the student to understand the material, but to also enjoy their...
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Math
- ACT Reading
- High School Biology
- +33 subjects

Dakota: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
...windy and bumpy road ahead. The truth is, many hopeful students will apply to medical school next year and most will unfortunately not be successful. Their passion for medicine will be tested and their own perseverance will be questioned. While I want to help these students craft the perfect essay on why they would meet a schools' mission and learn how to ace a medical school interview, I more importantly want to provide them support...
Education & Certification
- University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
- Virginia Tech Carillon school of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- PE Exam - Professional Licensed Engineer Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam
- College Chemistry
- AP Biology
- +85 subjects

Alex: Buffalo USMLE course instructor
I'm a current medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and also tutor in a wide range of math, English, and Spanish classes. In my free time, I like to run, do CrossFit, volunteer,...
Education & Certification
- Washington and Lee University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
- University of Arizona - Doctor of Medicine, Health and Wellness, General
Subject Expertise
- USMLE
- Pre-Algebra
- MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
- ACT Writing
- +99 subjects