In this section, you will find:
USMLE Service Transition Announcements
Frequently Asked Questions about the USMLE Service Transition
USMLE Service Transition Information Hub
2026 USMLE Bulletin of Information Addendum
Examinees registering or applying for USMLE Step exams in January 2026 and beyond should familiarize themselves with this addendum and the terms of the 2026 Bulletin of Information which remain in full force and effect.
Frequently Asked Questions
View answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the USMLE Service Transition.
The co-sponsors of the United States Medical Licensing Examination® (USMLE®), the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) and NBME, are developing plans to centralize all USMLE service functions. This change will consolidate all USMLE examinee services, including exam registration, score report delivery, and USMLE customer service, with the USMLE co-sponsors. The goal of this change is to streamline the examinee journey and to create a more consistent and efficient examinee experience.
USMLE Service Transition Announcements
USMLE Service Transition Launching January 2026
November 19, 2025
Update: 2025 Change in Provision of USMLE Service Functions
February 18, 2025
Change in Provision of USMLE Service Functions
November 1, 2024