USMLE for IMGs USCE Clinical Experience

Electives, Externships and Observerships

In this section you will find everything you need about USCE as an IMG preparing for your USMLE journey.

Do you want to know how to search for USCE? What to expect from USCE? How to excel in USCE to get a great letter of recommendation? Read the articles below which are written by our experts and alumni.

You can also enroll in our affordable online course on USCE for IMGs
In this course, Dr. Ashley Sobel (an American Medical Graduate, AMG), Resident at University of Washington, who did her medical school from Duke University gives you the AMG perspective.

How to search for electives?

Top tips to search for electives for USMLE Residency preparation- By Dr. Nikita Garg, Lady Hardinge Medical College

Dr. Shah in Isha,USMLEsarthi's campus ambassador, has shared this must-read ste-by-step, one-stop checklist for the clinical electives.

What are the various types of USCE and the importance for Match

If you are an IMG looking for elective, research or observer ships, you want to ensure you have the right visa.

Which factors to consider while selecting the USCE