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Medical College Admission Test
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About this exam
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized, multiple-choice exam used by medical schools in the United States and Canada as one part of admissions. It is taken mainly by students applying to medical school, and it assesses scientific knowledge, critical reading, and reasoning—not whether a candidate is already ready to practice medicine. Schools consider MCAT results alongside factors such as academic records, experiences, recommendations, and personal statements. Requirements and admissions policies vary, so applicants should check each school’s current guidance for the 2027–2028 application cycle.
The MCAT has 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. Questions draw on biology, biochemistry, general and organic chemistry, physics, psychology, and sociology, often using passages, data, or experimental results. Review cell biology and membrane transport, genetics and gene expression, evolution and population genetics, and human organ systems, while practicing close reading and evidence-based reasoning. Preparation takes sustained review and timed, passage-based work.
How to prepare for the MCAT: topics and study strategy
- Build a content plan around the four MCAT sections. Review cell biology and membrane transport, molecular biology and genetics, evolution and population genetics, and human physiology, then connect concepts across disciplines.
- Practice interpreting passages, graphs, and experimental results under timed conditions. After each session, identify whether errors came from content gaps, rushed reading, or reasoning mistakes, and revisit those areas.
- Use the AAMC’s current MCAT outline and official preparation materials to guide your review. Check the AAMC website for current exam policies, registration information, and resources for your test date.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the MCAT?
The MCAT is intended primarily for people applying to medical school. AAMC registration policies set the conditions for taking the exam, so review the current rules before registering; individual medical schools also set their own admissions requirements.
What is the format of the MCAT?
The MCAT is a computer-based, multiple-choice exam with four sections: three that combine scientific knowledge with passage-based reasoning, and Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills. It takes most of a day, including scheduled breaks; check AAMC information for the current structure and timing.
What subjects should I study for the MCAT?
Study biology, biochemistry, general and organic chemistry, physics, psychology, and sociology, as well as critical reading and scientific reasoning. The AAMC’s current content outline is the best guide to the topics and skills assessed.