“If you had 6 months to prepare for the MCAT, what would you do in that time?” For many students, the plan looks something like this Pick a test date ‘far enough’ in the future Get some resources without knowing much about them Study, study, study but without a strategic plan or measurable progress There’s […]
A 3 Month MCAT Study Plan
“If you were retaking the MCAT and had just 3 months to prepare, what would you do?” This is a question I often hear from students who postpone their MCAT, or students who are dissatisfied with their scores and looking to retest. I was very hesitant to publish this plan given that I believe you […]
MCAT Zones, Deadlines, Scheduling, and Rescheduling Fees
AAMC Registration Zones, Deadlines and Fees can be confusing. As a premed trying to sign up for the MCAT, you already have enough to deal with, as is. This video will explain what they mean for your test preparation, scheduling, fees, and refunds. (Fees and refunds in video may be outdated. See below for correct […]
2024 MCAT Test Dates – US and Canadian Calendar
Planning to take the MCAT this upcoming cycle? The 2024 MCAT test dates are finally out! The test dates come out first while MCAT registration opens later on, as discussed below. Looks like, once again, we have 2 different testing calendars for the US and Canada with more Canadian dates later in the cycle. Perhaps, […]
How To Maximize Focus and Performance on MCAT Test Day
You’ve put in the work. Hundreds of hours poring over MCAT sciences, practice passages, full lengths and more. All leading up to one big event – your MCAT Test Day. Can you afford to… – fade halfway through the Bio/Biochem section?– deal with stomach issues during CARS?– miss a few questions because you’re desperate to be done […]
MCAT Math Study Guide Cheat Sheet
While the science portion of the MCAT is designed to test you on your Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Orgo abilities, you may find yourself faced with a series of math calculations, and you CANNOT use a calculator. I cover a great detail of MCAT math tips tricks and shortcuts in my MCAT Math Without A […]
How to Start Studying for the MCAT
You’ve dreamed of nothing else, and now it’s finally time. How do you start studying for the MCAT? All your life, you’ve dreamed of nothing more than becoming a doctor. Or, perhaps you only recognized your calling later on and are now making a career change. You’ve slogged through the sciences, endured hours in lab, […]
Glycolysis Steps MCAT Study Guide Cheat Sheet
Glycolysis is one of the key pathways required for the MCAT. Not only does this pathway provide a means to break down glucose, glycolysis also connects many other pathways and reactions that occur inside the cell. This cheat sheet is meant to help you connect the steps within the glycolysis pathway to help you understand […]
Medical School Application Timeline
The Medical School Application Timeline can be a long an tedious process, lasting ~1.5years from MCAT to primary and secondary applications, interviews and finally your white coat ceremony. Learn exactly what it’ll take so you can best prepare yourself
MCAT Kinematics Formula Study Guide Cheat Sheet
Kinematic equations are the foundation to mastering MCAT physics. Yes you have to ‘memorize’ and know the standard formulas, but it goes deeper than that. You have to understand the units, when to use which equation, and be VERY comfortable applying these concepts to the more advanced Physics topics on the MCAT. To help you […]
