Examination Format
COMSAE Phase 1 and COMSAE Phase 2 examinations contain 176 items, divided into four sections of 44 questions each. All examination questions are single-best-answer, multiple-choice format. Some questions include images or visual exhibits as attachments.
In addition, the following forms contain one or more videos, most of which include audio requiring the use of headphones: Phase 1- ASA107b (COM form) and ASAi110b (student form); Phase 2- BSA107b (COM form) and BSAi108b (student form).
The COMSAE Phase 3 examination has 200 questions, divided into four sections of 50 questions each. Some questions include images or visual exhibits as attachments. In addition, some Phase 3 questions include videos with audio. There are no avatars or Clinical Decision-Making Cases in COMSAE Phase 3; however, the actual COMLEX-USA Level 3 examination includes these question types.
The COMSAE practice examination found under the tab “COMSAE Sample Examination” does not contain videos or audio.
Timing Modes
All Phases of COMSAE have two timing modes. A mode must be selected before launching an examination. Once a mode is selected, it cannot be changed.
- Timed Mode
Similar to the timing for COMLEX-USA, a maximum of four hours is allowed to complete the COMSAE examination. This mode provides conditions as close as possible to those of COMLEX-USA and is associated with better outcomes.
- Self-Paced Mode
Examinees may proceed at their own pace with no time limit per section.
Technical Requirements
| Requirements |
Windows |
Mac |
| Operating System |
Windows 8.1 and higher |
Mac OS X 10.12 and higher |
| Supported Browser |
Microsoft Edge |
Safari 11 and higher |
|
Google Chrome 70 and higher
Mozilla Firefox 100 and higher |
Google Chrome 70 and higher
Mozilla Firefox 100 and higher |
COMSAE is not intended for mobile devices.
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