Hi-

Could someone who has gone through the match process tell me how late can one apply for the match and still maximize the number of interviews as an IMG? I understand that as an IMG, one should apply asap (August) when registration opens in mid-August. I believe the deadline to register is usually the end of December. If one is not able to apply until October, November or Dec, what impact will that have on # of interviews, etc.?

My second question is:

When registering for the match, an applicant needs the scores for Step 1, Step 2 CK and Step 2 CS? So, if you are waiting for the score to let's say Step 2 CS (which I understand can take months), one cannot register for the match until the scores have been sent to you?

Sorry for all the questions. Just a little worried about what holds for the future.

Thanks in advance for any help.