I know it says new for 2022, but it was made for the older MCAT and modified in 2015 and I believe 2019 or so, but it hasn't changed much.
The 509 or better thread shows a more up-to-date list of what books and videos people are using.
Link Here
AVERAGE STUDENT in the 509+ thread, over last two years
1) Your individual scores and composite score:
515.2 (129, 128, 129, 129)
2) The study method used for each section 3) What materials you used for each section
C/P:
UWorld 4
Kaplan 6
Khan Academy 2
EK 2
BR 2
NS/BP 2
CARS:
UWorld 3
Kaplan 4
JW 2
Khan Academy 1
EK 2
NS/BP 2
TPR 1
B/B:
UWorld 6
Kaplan 5
AK Videos 3
Khan Academy 2
EK 2
TPR 1
NS/BP 2
P/S:
UWorld 6
Kaplan 4
Anki 2
Khan Academy 3
EK 1
86-page doc 1
NS/BP 2
6) Any other tips you may have for those of us who still have this test lurking over us?
* The MCAT is a test that reflects the effort you put into it.
* Make sure you go through the SB twice and really review you FL's
* 3rd party FLs are not representative of your score. Just use them to simulate exam condition and gain stamina.
* Take Biochem right before studying, if you can
* Be flexible about your schedule and adjust your plans according to your weaknesses.
* SELF CARE. After you take a practice test, be done for the day. review what you did wrong the next day
* For CARS, you just have to find your rhythm
* The month of wait after you're done with the test will be grueling with anxiety of whether you bombed the test or not.
* Anki is a life-saver, make sure you do it every day. I made my own cards
* I wish I did UWorld sooner.
* Don't slack on CARS. don't fall into the trap of pushing CARS off.
* No third party material represents AAMC CARS which is true, but you still need to practice and perfect your strategy.
* Trust yourself.
* Don't get jammed up by lengthy passages like I did on CARS.
* COMMIT. It is pain but just do it!!!!
* Read scientific literature and practice asking questions that would be on the Exam. Working in science and having hands on experience analyzing DNA and protein gels made BB way easier.
* Being an avid reader helped my CARS score.
* Don't fall into the trap of focusing too much on content review. Just being able to successfully navigate the passages is half the battle.
* Also try to take biochem as close to your test date as possible.
7) How long did you study for the MCAT?
Average of 3.6 months of committed weekly study