MCAT Test

• MCAT Test Registration
• When to Take the MCAT Test
• What the MCAT Test Covers
• Exam Scores
• Words of Advice

MCAT Test Registration

You can register for the MCAT test online or via postal mail. We do not recommend registering via postal mail for the MCAT test due to the inherent dangers -- and more importantly the inherent worries -- that your MCAT test registration will not be lost or misplaced. To register online for the MCAT test, click here.

If you have any questions about the MCAT test registration, call the exam administrator at (317) 337 - 1357.

When to Take the MCAT Test

The exam is offered twice a year, on Saturdays, in April and August. This year, it is offered on April 20 and August 17. Do yourself a big favor and avoid the $50 late fee by registering for the exam by the early deadline.

April v. August

We recommend taking the exam in April for the following reasons:

• You to retake the exam in August if your score is low.

• You can complete your application sooner.

• You will be able to give your AMCAS, interviews, classes, etc more attention.

Saturdays v. Sundays

If you have a conflict with the Saturday date, you can request to sit for the exam on the following day (Sunday).

The late registration deadline is 14 days following the early deadline. The deadlines for online registration are as of 4:30 p.m. CST for the particular days.

Word of warning: The exam registration servers get very busy as the deadline nears!

What The MCAT Test Covers

The test consists of 4 subjects:

1. Verbal Reasoning

2. Biological Sciences

3. Physical Sciences

4. Writing

The test writers are looking to measure your critical thinking, problem solving, and writing skills. Not surprisingly, these are the same skills that will be tested further in med school. (You can click here to see what the typical medical school curriculum looks like.)

You can click here to read more of our advice on the MCAT exam.