mcat 2016

Hi, I am currently a junior and this Spring I will have finally finished all of the pre-reqs for the MCAT. I'm interested in taking - the MCAT in September while submitting my application to Med-School before - as soon as they open this summer. I have two questions - 1) Am I allowed to...

What is the best schedule in your opinion for getting all the new pre-reqs done for the 2015 MCAT (including biochem, psychology, and sociology) in your freshman and sophomore year? I want to MCAT study the whole summer after sophomore year and take the test sometime in late august/ early...

Hello Everyone, I finished all the CARS section on the AAMC previous exams (pre-2015). I am saving the Q-Bank, section bank, the practice test, the sample test for later since I will be taking the MCAT on May 6th. Based on previous experience, Do you guys think LSAT official verbal tests are...

Hello all, to those who have successfully had their exam rescheduled to the 3/4 of February, did the AAMC MCAT page update properly for you? For whatever reason, the new date is listed, yet below it says You are not currently registered for the MCAT exam. Furthermore,it says registration...

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Hi all SDNers, I am new here, but really need some advice. I have never posted on a forum before, so here goes. Here is a quick summary regarding me: I graduated in 2014 with a 3.97 at an upper tier liberal arts college with a BA in Biology and Hispanic Studies. I ended up taking three gap...

Make sure to sleep! You’ve got a big day ahead of you – are you ready? Have you done everything you possibly can so this day goes off without a hitch? I’m not talking about the actual MCAT studying – that’s something you certainly can’t leave till the last day! – I’m talking about all the...

So you know about organic chemistry, sociology and physics. But how are your “scientific inquiry and reasoning skills”? When the AAMC revamped the MCAT in April 2015, there was a lot of discussion and hype surrounding new subjects on the exam: biochemistry, sociology and psychology. While those...

Hello I'm a UC Davis graduate currently looking for a small group of study partners in the Bay area. I would want to take the MCAT in June or July. I'm open to studying in libraries or Cafes and would ideally want to meet a few times a week if possible or possibly Skype as well. I live in San...

Hi all! Does anyone have a nice Amino Acid Infographic or visual aid? Something that might have each of the 20 Amino acids listed with their structures, polar/nonpolar tendencies and really anything that would be important to note about each individually. I am just starting to get to know...

Hey! I want to sign up for an MCAT class, but do not know which company (TPR or Kaplan) to register with. I plan on taking an in-class course and I am looking for books that explain the concepts well (...I'm sure everyone is). I have heard the 2015 TPR books are full of mistakes and are...

Hello everyone! I am hoping to get some feedback on how I am doing on CARS because it is beginning to worry me a little bit... I have taken 10 CARS tests by Kaplan and NS and have scored pretty much 125 on every single one. I also am practicing with the EK 101 passages book. I am doing a...

I recently just signed up for this course and it begins jan 29 and I was wondering for those who have already taken it had any advise? how was the timing and the pace of the course for you guys? My goal is to score at LEAST a 515

I applied this year to 12 different DO schools. So far, it hasn't been too hopeful. I am going to start working full time pretty soon. In anticipation for my new job and the possibility of me not getting into DO school, I started thinking of ways that I can improve my application's appeal to the...

Hello sdn! I'm looking to buy the full Berkeley Review (TBR) set --ideally 2013 or 2014 edition, as well as ExamKrackers (EK) bio, 1001 set, and verbal 101. Please message me if you are selling so we can negotiate a price. I'm located in Oklahoma, but will be willing to pay for shipping. All...

Should I take the MCAT May 20th with the score being released on June 21st or June 2nd with the score being released July 6th? I will be in school in the spring semester taking my last prerequisite and wont be ending school until late April. I'm also taking a prep class from Feb-April. My...

Ok, to those who have done well on this section....What did you do? I am lost trying to even start studying for this section. I am scheduled for 5/20/2016 and keep hearing how bad all the review books are. What books/study aids do you recommend for this section. I have taken no psychology or...

What is the best schedule in your opinion for getting all the new pre-reqs done for the 2015 MCAT (including biochem, psychology, and sociology) in your freshman and sophomore year? I want to MCAT study the whole summer after sophomore year and take the test sometime in late august/ early...

I have an okay understanding of the basics but could really use a refresher. It's been awhile since my last course and I have 6 months until my MCAT. All opinions are welcome! Basically, which material did you use and why?

Hello! I am taking practice tests and am not seeing much improvement. I am not sure how to go over my practice tests in order to improve my next score. Everyone says the most important part of studying for the MCAT is by learning from your mistakes. However I am finding it difficult to translate...

if you like to join an online mcat study group on skype. this is the place to connect those who want to study, go over exams, passages, content, and any questions. this is the where one another can support each other with their own knowledge, resources, and bundle.

Hey everyone, I am planning on applying for medical school next summer and would like some input on which MCAT date I should sign up for. My university has finals for classes late April and finishes up by May 3. Now, I will be taking a reduced course load (12 credits) for the Winter 2016...

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I know that IR spectra questions did exist on the old MCAT, is it known if they're phasing it out at all?

To start off, I am a sophomore, so I will not be taking the MCAT until 2017, but I'd like some advice on how to schedule my classes over the next couple of years so that I'm fully prepared to take the MCAT. I had one semester that I switched majors and did not get a normal amount of science...

Just wondering if anyone else will be taking the MCAT on May 20 2016. I would like some support, input, and help on your MCAT strategies I am only studying 2 hours a day for the MCAT, as I am taking a full load semester. Anyone else in this track?

January testing can be a great opportunity for students that are finishing final exams for their Fall semester in December. If you are thinking of taking the MCAT in January 2016, now is the perfect time to start looking for your prep material. Gold Standard has come up with an unique MCAT...

Timing is everything when taking the MCAT! If you are planning on applying to medical school Summer 2016 or 2017, it’s time to make some decisions about when you will take the MCAT, if you have not already done so. Since the exam carries so much weight, identifying and following through with...

Hello all! To cut to the chase, I'm looking to enroll into a postbacc program in biomedical/ biological sciences to enhance my poor undergraduate academics (I'm looking to graduate with a 3.0 overall gpa from my university in December.. I KNOW it is low, so please spare the "tough luck" stance...

This interview is part of a new series, featuring interviews with MCAT2015 test takers, offering readers an inside look at the exam experience and some of the top MCAT test prep services out there. And now for a chat with Vincent Sanchez who scored a 505 on the exam. Accepted: We’d like to get...

Calling the advice, support, and motivation of all future doctors... I took my first "practice test" today (GS-Free) and received ~495. My goal is 520+. I'm planning on taking it January 23, 2016. I graduated in May, so all I'm doing now is studying for the MCAT (goal is 10+ hours a day, but I...

I should start with I work full time. Office hours, 9-5 kinda thing. I also volunteer twice a week. Having a hard time finding motivation to study for the new mcat. I took the old one and got 10-10-7. I have PDFs of EK, TPR, and Kaplan. I also created my own schedule. what i need help with is...

Hey guys, I'm looking for anyone interested in meeting up in the Orange County area to study together for the January 2016 MCAT. A few times a week or even one day a week if you're busy just to make sure we are keeping on track and to ask/answer any questions. I tried a skype group but people...

Hi Everyone, I'm going to take the MCAT in Spring 2016 but I have some old MCAT books that my friend have given me for free and some that I bought when I thought I was going to take the old version of MCAT. Here's what I have: TPR (2010) Biology, Physics, Organic Chemistry Kaplan (2012) Biology...

Hey Guys! I was wondering if anyone in Bethesda or in the DMV area was looking to study for the January 2016 MCAT. I was looking for a study group and was wondering if anyone else was in the same situation. I'd appreciate it if you'd let me know by posting on this thread or sending me a PM. I...