A good idea?

[Gunz580]

Would it be a good idea to take the MCAT's after my first year of pre-med to get a feel for the test, or would the low score be detrimental? Any input would be much appreciated.

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[calliMD]

Do NOT take the test just for practice. Some med schools average your MCAT scores instead of taking the highest cumulative score. So if you score poorly it could really hurt you. If you want to get a feel for the test, do a practice test online or purchase one from AAMC.

 

[Gunz580]

Thank you much.

 

[smuwillobrien]

If you want to practice take the AAMC practice tests. =]

 

[QofQuimica]

OP, I want to echo the previous posters. Taking the real MCAT "just for practice" is such a bad idea that it always astounds me that so many people continue to ask here about doing it. Would you want to take the medical boards before you have completed your medical school classes? Of course not. Likewise, do not take short cuts to your pre-medical preparation. The schedule is designed the way that it is for a reason. First, you should complete all four pre-req courses (a year each of biology, chemistry, organic, and physics). Then, you should take a few months (two to six, with most people taking two or three) to study. Ideally, you should only take the MCAT once, and only after you are properly prepared.

 

[IckeyShuffle]

Thank you much.

No do not do that! Take the test once when you feel most prepared.