Medical School Entrance Exams
The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is required by all Allopathic and Osteopathic medical schools. Applicants should ideally complete the MCAT no later than April prior to their anticipated application cycle which opens in May.
However, each candidate’s holistic preparation and timing of taking the MCAT is different, so completion of the MCAT by April is simply a general recommendation based on when application cycles begin.
MCAT OverviewMedial College Admission Test
Exam Prep & Resources
- What is on the MCAT?
The MCAT consists of four sections:
- Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
- Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
- Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills
- Where to Start?
Where to Start?
There are many types of test preparation resources that vary in cost and approach.
We do not endorse any particular provider, but recommend you review primary sources first, as suggested by the association/official exam proctor.
We are happy to visit with you about how you might identify the style of preparation that best fit your needs.
- Test Prep Resources
Test Prep Resources Cost Range (AAMC) Association of American Medical Colleges (Primary)
Videos
- Overview of AAMC Resources
- Preparing for the MCAT
- AAMC YouTube Video Series: Preparing for MCAT Exam
Guides
Free - $ Khan Academy (primary)
Free Library Resources
Free Online Open Courses: Coursera and EdX Free Premed Peers - MCAT Prep Materials Free - $ UWorld MCAT Prep Materials Free - $$ Blueprint Test Prep Free - $$$ Chegg MCAT Test Prep Free - $$$ Free - $$$ Princeton Review Free - $$$ Free - $$$ Berkley Review (MCAT) $ - $$$ Exam Crackers $ - $$$ Integrated MCAT Course $ - $$