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hi.
if you have a multiple attempts and if you dont fill the requirements for particular state medical boards, then can you apply to programs from that state?

eg. idaho has 2 attempt per step so if you have more 3 attempts in step 1 or step 2 then is it okay to apply to some programs in idaho if you fill the program criteria (lets say if any of the idaho program says no cut off and no attempts)

i am very confuses so please somebody reply.

thanks.

you may have issues obtaining state license if you have more than stipulated attempts on steps. the programs usually conform to the state board requirements but in some cases it may be different. It would be preferable to avoid such places as they are less likely to consider your application and it would be waste of time, effort and money