UWorld vs MKSAP for ABIM
Two different kinds of ABIM resource that can work together. UWorld is a question bank with detailed explanations, cited at $499 for 90 days. ACP’s MKSAP combines a full syllabus with questions in a digital subscription, reported at $825 a year or $995 for three years at list price, with much lower resident pricing.
Features from each provider’s own pages; prices as cited or reported. Checked October 12, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| UWorld ABIM | ACP MKSAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499 (90 days) to $749 (730), cited | $825 (1 yr) / $995 (3 yr) list, reported |
| Format | Question bank | Syllabus plus questions |
| Best timing | Final months before the exam | Across residency |
| Discounts | See UWorld | ACP resident members; program bulk pricing |
Choose UWorld if
- You already know the content and want exam-style practice with detailed explanations.
Choose MKSAP if
- You want to learn or review content alongside questions, especially over several years at resident pricing.
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