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6 MCAT Reddit Study Tips That Are Absolutely Wrong

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This blog was originally published in 2022 by Dr. Benjamin Mittman and updated for accuracy in May 2025 by Dr. Xana Dias-Vaughman   The internet is teeming with MCAT study tips and tricks that pre-med students can take advantage of. This amount of information is a double-edged sword for the...

What Neuroscience Topics Do I Need to Know for the MCAT

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Pre-medical student studying for the MCAT.

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If you haven’t had the opportunity to take a course in neuroscience as an undergraduate, you may feel intimidated by the thought of the subject appearing on the MCAT. Neuroscience is one of the key areas tested in the Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior (Psych/Soc) section, and can...

AAMC MCAT Score: How to Use Practice Exams to Improve

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Medical student reviewing AAMC MCAT practice exam results on laptop to improve her study plan.

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If you’re studying for the MCAT, chances are you’ve heard about the AAMC Full-Length (FL) practice exams. These tests are the gold standard for MCAT prep because they are created by the same organization that administers the real MCAT. When you sit down to take one of these exams, you're...

MD vs. DO Programs: Which Path to Medicine is Right for You?

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When starting your medical school application, you will find that there are multiple paths you can choose, namely, MD vs DO. Should you apply to an Allopathic or an Osteopathic medical school? What’s the difference between them, and which path is right for you?

The Hardest Sample MCAT Questions and How to Answer Them

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Student focused on studying with a notebook, pen, and laptop, preparing for challenging MCAT questions.

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The MCAT is a beast, plain and simple. It’s long, grueling, and filled with tricky questions that seem to taunt you with their complexity. But here's the thing: you don't need to be a walking encyclopedia of every piece of science knowledge to ace this test. What you do need...

The Difference Between Applying MD/PhD and MD: MCAT Scores and More

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Student performing research in a laboratory for an MD/PhD application.

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Choosing between an MD and MD/PhD program is a significant decision for any aspiring physician or physician-scientist. A common misconception is that the MD/PhD application path is more challenging than MD. The truth is, they serve different purposes, require different levels of preparation, and have distinct admissions criteria. Seeing the...

How To Handle Multiple MCAT Scores on your Medical School Application

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Student focused on a computer while taking the MCAT in a testing center.

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You got your results back from your MCAT, and you’re disappointed. Maybe you prepared for months and feel like things didn’t go your way on test day- or, you had to take the exam as a full-time student, and feel like the exam didn’t get the attention it deserved. What...

2025 MCAT Test Dates

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A premed student taking the MCAT in a prometric testing center.

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The 2025 MCAT test dates have been announced and we are here to let you know when you should take the MCAT and start studying for it, when scores will be released, and give you plenty of MCAT study tips! See our ultimate 3-month MCAT study schedule or our 1-month MCAT...

How Do I Know If I’m Ready to Take the MCAT?

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A focused student prepares for the MCAT, studying on a laptop in a library, symbolizing dedication and readiness for the exam.

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How many times have you found yourself scrolling Reddit, trying to find the answer to the question: “Am I ready to take the MCAT?” The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a huge milestone in your journey toward medical school. As such, it can also be a huge source of...

The 2024 Best MCAT Practice Tests

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A pre-med student taking an MCAT practice exam on a computer.

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A stellar MCAT score can be achieved through an infinite combination of study methods and resources. But most successful MCAT study schedules do have one thing in common. Whether you structure your studying to include printed books, online videos, or pre-made flashcard decks, one element of preparation is necessary for...

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