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Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
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About this exam
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized admissions exam used by most U.S. allopathic medical schools and by many other medical programs. It is taken by people preparing to apply to medical school; a particular undergraduate major is not required. The computer-based exam has four sections covering biological and biochemical sciences, chemical and physical sciences, psychology and sociology, and critical analysis and reasoning. Questions often use passages, figures, or data, so the MCAT measures both subject knowledge and the ability to apply it.
MCAT science review includes cell biology and cellular processes, molecular biology and gene expression, genetics and genomic variation, and evolution and population biology, alongside chemistry, physics, and biochemistry. Preparing well usually takes sustained review, timed passage work, and careful analysis of missed questions—not memorizing facts alone. Medical schools consider MCAT results as part of a broader application that may include grades, experiences, recommendations, and interviews; admissions policies vary by school. For the 2027-2028 application cycle, check AAMC guidance and each school’s current requirements.
How to prepare for the MCAT
- Build a content plan around the four MCAT sections. Review biology and biochemistry topics such as cell processes, gene expression, inheritance, and evolution, while also scheduling chemistry, physics, psychology, and sociology.
- Practice timed, passage-based questions regularly. After each set, identify whether an error came from a content gap, misreading evidence, a calculation, or pacing, then revisit that skill.
- Use current AAMC materials and the official exam outline to guide your review and become familiar with the test format. Check application requirements with each medical school you plan to consider.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the MCAT?
The MCAT is intended for people applying to medical or other eligible health professions programs. You do not need a specific undergraduate major, but AAMC eligibility policies apply; review the current AAMC rules before registering.
What is the format of the MCAT?
The MCAT is a computer-based exam with four sections: Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems; Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills; Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems; and Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior. It combines multiple-choice questions with passages and data to interpret, and includes scheduled breaks.
What subjects should I study for the MCAT?
Review biology and biochemistry, including cells, molecular processes, genetics, and evolution; general and organic chemistry; physics; psychology; and sociology. You should also build critical reading and data-analysis skills. Use the current AAMC content outline to check the scope of tested material.