MCAT

//This page is for the "old" MCAT - Students planning on applying to medical schools for admission in Fall 2016 should go this this page//

toc One of the most major components of the medical school application is the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). This standardized test is used by medical schools to gauge the ability of students to deal with the rigors of the medical school curriculum. This, along with your GPA are the two most important factors schools look at when evaluating applicants and it essential you prepare yourself to be able to do your best. = = =//General Information//= The test is produced, administered and scored by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), and much more information can be found at their website []. The exam last 5.5 hours, and has four components; = = =//Prerequisites//= In order to be prepared for the MCAT you should take two semesters each of biology, physics, chemistry and organic chemistry.
 * Physical Sciences
 * Biological Sciences
 * Verbal Reasoning
 * Writing Sample

=//Scoring//= Each section is scored individually, with the Physical Sciences, Verbal Reasoning, and Biological Sciences scored on a scale of 1 to 15, ( 1 lowest, 15 highest) and the writing sample is scored on a scale of J to T, (J lowest and T highest) Taking the Test The MCAT is administered on multiple days of the year in morning, afternoon and weekend sessions, including Saturdays. There is no special Saturday testing, so you must choose a data that is not on a Saturday. To see a schedule of test dates and to register visit the AAMC website []

=//Getting Ready//= Some students study by themselves, but many take a prep-course. Speak to students who have already taken the test to find out what works best

=Resources and Links= Complete guide to the MCAT AAMCS official website []