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Free Step 1 Self-Assessment Week February 23 - Mar 1, 2026

Q: Who’s eligible?

This free Step 1 Self-Assessment is designed for medical students preparing for USMLE® Step 1 , including U.S. MD/DO students and international medical students/graduates (IMGs) .

Q: Can I pause between blocks?

You can take the exam in four timed blocks . You can pause between blocks and during a timed block.

Q: Where do I access it?

You’ll access the Self-Assessment through your USMLE-Rx account . It can be found under Qmax Questions.

Q: When do I get results?

You’ll see results right after completion .

Q: Is it free? What changes after the week ends?

Yes, access is free during Self-Assessment Week (Feb 23 - Mar 1) . After the week ends, the self-assessment is no longer available for free. You can continue your prep with USMLE-Rx tools.

Get a clear Step 1 baseline with a timed, exam-style self-assessment

Find your biggest gaps fast and focus on what matters most

Get a next-step plan and the right tools to master Step 1 content

Free access is available only during Self-Assessment Week (Feb 23 - Mar 1)

Get the access link, reminders, and exam tips

1. Register free

Create your free account now to unlock access during Self-Assessment Week (Feb 23 – Mar 1).

2. Take the self-assessment

Complete 4 timed blocks of 40 board-style questions (160 total). Plan ~4 hours.

3. Review your results

Get a predictive Step 1 score and detailed performance insights by topics, to identify gaps.

4. Save on your next step

Use your results to focus your prep, and save on USMLE-Rx subscriptions through Mar 1.

About USMLE-Rx Self-Assessment

USMLE-Rx Self-Assessments empower you to make the most out of your study time with materials that reflect both the structure and content of the USMLE Step 1. Our Self-Assessments consist of 4 exclusive timed blocks of 40 multiple-choice, board-style questions, separate from the Qmax question bank. Each question has a high-yield explanation so you understand how to reach the correct answer on test day.

Self-Assessment Week is open to those with a free or paid account.

USMLE-Rx Self-Assessment Week Timeline

February 23

February 23 - Mar 1

March 1

Self-Assessment 1 becomes available to all free and paid accounts. It can be found under Qmax Questions. We'll also notify you with a can't-miss email!

Set aside time for the Step 1 Self-Assessment (roughly 4 hours). Remember, the test takes a while, so don’t delay!

Take advantage of special discount off all new subscriptions, upgrades, and extensions through March 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who’s eligible?

This free Step 1 Self-Assessment is designed for medical students preparing for USMLE® Step 1, including U.S. MD/DO students and international medical students/graduates (IMGs).

Can I pause between blocks?

Where do I access it?

What device is best?

When do I get results?

Is it free? What changes after the week ends?

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