Chances of getting into residency.

[razanac15]

Hi iam a US IMG, i scored very low (197) on step 1 and scored 234 on step 2. Year of graduation: 2018. I am interested in applying to psych residency for 2021. I have recommendations from the community clinic that I work. What can I do to bolster my application. Aside from externships, does working as a medical assistant/psych technician possess any value in getting there?
Thank you.

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[deleted1082375]

Be realistic and look at averages and ranges.

 

[Redpancreas]

Hi iam a US IMG, i scored very low (197) on step 1 and scored 234 on step 2. Year of graduation: 2018. I am interested in applying to psych residency for 2021. I have recommendations from the community clinic that I work. What can I do to bolster my application. Aside from externships, does working as a medical assistant/psych technician possess any value in getting there?
Thank you.

Just apply broad to Psych and community IM/FM. Statistics say you'll most likely end up with FM/community IM but doesn't hurt to apply to give Psych a shot or else you'll spend your time wondering what if.