What Predicts USMLE Step 3 Performance

As per this Study, the following variables predict USMLE step 3 performance :


1. Knowledge of clinical
science as measured on USMLE Step 2
exam
2. Having higher Step 2 Scores
3.The nature of the
residency training
4. Having a higher GPA
5. Residency training in a
broad-based specialty

Step 1 score did not predict Step 3 performance.