Prep & Apply
MCAT
Medical College Admission Test · Used for MD and DO
Test formats can change. Confirm the current format, dates and fees with AAMC.
What’s on the test
- 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 (CARS)
Topics to review
- General and organic chemistry
- Biology and biochemistry
- Physics
- Psychology and sociology
- Reading and reasoning
Readiness checklist
- Finish or schedule the related coursework
- Read the official exam guide
- Take a timed diagnostic
- Choose a test date that allows a retake
- Register early through the official provider
Study calendar outline
Getting started
Read the official MCAT guide, take a diagnostic and note your weak areas.
Building content
Work through weak areas in short daily blocks, and mix in timed practice.
Practicing
Take official full-length practice tests and review every miss.
Final stretch
Taper content review, rehearse test day timing and confirm logistics.