You’ve now worked through the Achievable MCAT Course. Along the way, you’ve built skills in critical thinking, reading comprehension, psychology and sociology, biology, chemistry, and physics - core areas you’ll use on the MCAT and throughout medical training.

Testing registration

• The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) produces the MCAT. When you’re ready, register through the MCAT Exam registration page.

• If you haven’t already, you’ll create an AAMC account, choose a test date and location, and make sure you have a valid ID that matches the information you provide for your MCAT exam. The exam is administered in person at a Pearson VUE testing location.

• The exam is usually offered from January to September, excluding February. Keep this in mind as you plan your test date. Use the testing calendar to review testing dates, deadlines, and score release dates.

Additional information

• The standard registration cost for the MCAT is $355. The AAMC also offers a fee assistance program that may lower the cost of the exam to $145 if you’re eligible.

• The MCAT can be taken up to three times in a single testing year. In a two consecutive year period, the exam can be taken up to four times. Overall, the MCAT has a limit of 7 attempts in a lifetime.

• MCAT scores are automatically released to all schools in the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) program. This means you don’t need to take extra steps to send your scores, but it also means you can’t withhold any scores from schools.

Tips

As you approach test day, we recommend the following to help you perform at your highest level:

• Do your research.

  Set a clear MCAT score goal based on the programs you’re considering. Since your score can affect eligibility for admission, check the medical schools you’re interested in to see what MCAT score ranges are typical for accepted applicants.

• Identify and focus.

  Identify your weaker areas and prioritize them, while still maintaining your strengths. This helps you catch gaps early and improves overall performance across sections.

• Review your email confirmation.

  Review the appointment details in your AAMC/MCAT email confirmation well before exam day. If you want MCAT news and updates, you can sign up through the AAMC registration page.

• Bring your ID.

  Bring one valid, government-issued ID with a signature and photo (for example, an unexpired driver’s license, passport, or military ID). Make sure the name on your ID exactly matches the name under which your exam is scheduled.

• Arrive early.

  Plan to arrive early so you can check in and start on time.

Additional resources

As always, refer to the official AAMC website for further information.

Check out the Achievable Blog for more study tips and best practices.

Accommodations

The AAMC provides accommodations for those who qualify. Information on eligibility and the application process can be found on the MCAT exam accommodations page. Plan ahead and apply a few months in advance so approval is in place before your exam date.

Thank you

Thank you for learning with Achievable. We wish you the best on the MCAT and in your future training and career.