Strategies for the MCAT

[kfox926]

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I'm trying to get an idea of study material for the MCAT. I'll be taking it March 2018 so I would like to start studying this summer. I was thinking, after some research and reviews, that I would purchase the Kaplan 7 book series 2016 and use khan academy to clear up and concepts I need to work on.

Does this seem like a good plan or should I do more? I would love to do the Kaplan course that's $1999 but I just can't afford that.

Thank you!


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[sjcha]

Save your money and time by not doing the prep course. I've heard mixed reviews about it. If you are self-sufficient and can motivate yourself, you'll be fine.

With that being said, what's your background with the MCAT material (i.e. Do you need a lot of review, a little, etc.)?

 

[kfox926]

I'm still working on my undergrad with two semester left all packed full of pertinent MCAT courses. I did a lot of gen eds early on and that way the end of my degree would be a rigorous and full schedule of all upper division sciences. So I'm not really sure yet what kind of prep I'll need but I've given myself ample time to study if I need a lot. I'm thinking things will still be pretty fresh in my head so I'm hoping I will just need refreshers.


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[sjcha]

The different study material are all geared towards different people. For instance, BR is very, very detailed (some consider it overkill), while EK is concise and "superficial." I would look into which content review that you need when the time comes. A lot of people recommend that you study no longer than 6 months ahead of your MCAT date. The recommended study time is ~3 months.

 

[kfox926]

So if I'm planning on graduating in December 2017, starting to study after graduation until the March MCAT would give me sufficient time to study?
And I'm sorry, but what is EK?


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[sjcha]

That should be plenty, considering that your classes are geared towards the MCAT and you are diligent/motivated when studying.

EK = Examkrackers