Test Prep

What’s a Good MCAT Score?

Learn About MCAT Scoring MCAT scores are crucial to medical school admissions. Understanding score ranges will help you set realistic goals for your MCAT prep. Quick Tip: There is no penalty for wrong answers, so it’s important to answer all questions on the MCAT to maximize your score, even if you have to take an...

HOW TO STUDY FOR THE MCAT OVER THE SUMMER

Your 3-Month Study Plan For The MCAT® Exam Making a plan is a crucial aspect of prepping for the MCAT exam—and it can also be one of the most difficult. Experts recommend that students spend 300-350 hours studying. All summer might seem like plenty of time, but you’ll need to strategically structure your days in...

WHEN SHOULD I TAKE THE MCAT IN 2025?

Choosing An MCAT Test Date Understanding the most important factors when it comes to the exam calendar and medical school application timeline can put you ahead of the game and help you develop a strong plan for your MCAT success in 2025. Take some time now to determine your future test date. Learn more...

WHAT’S TESTED ON THE MCAT

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW There are four sections you’ll face on the exam: Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior Within each section, you’ll need to know a large amount of content—and that’s where Kaplan...