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Different Types of Masters and USCF

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F1N1TY
Sep 7, 2009
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Well, I have been going through the websites Titled Players, and I have some confusion with the different types of masters.  I understand GM, FM, IM, and WM/WIM.  However, I am unsure what CM and NM are.

My other question is: let's say I wanted to become a FIDE master (or above... FM is the entry-level master, correct?)  Can I achieve that by attaining a specific rating with my USCF rating, or how does it work?

Thanks for the help.

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KyleJRM
Sep 7, 2009
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Any member who achieves a rating of 2200 receives the title of national master from the USCF. It's the equivalent to candidate master from the FIDE.