What is the latest and oldest MCAT administration date considered for 2023?

MCAT Dates Going Back 8 Years The oldest MCAT administration date UNR considers in 2023 is February 17, 2015, while the most recent date is September 1, 2023.

What is the latest and oldest MCAT administration date considered?

The latest MCAT administration that will be accepted for the 2023-2024 application year will be September 9, 2023. The Office of Admissions does not accept MCAT scores more than three years old and the oldest MCAT score that will be accepted for the 2023-2024 application year is January, 2020.

What is the latest MCAT date for 2023 cycle?

The latest you should take the MCAT is in May of your application year, but preferably by the end of April. For example, if you plan to apply to medical school in May of 2023 to start school in August 2024, you should take the MCAT for the final time by the end of April 2023.

What is the latest MCAT date for the cycle?

May 24, 2024 is the the latest date of the 2024/25 cycle to take the test to give yourself a shot at an acceptance. The latest date you can technically take the MCAT in 2024 is September 14, but this is only useful for students planning on taking a gap year or who know they'll retake the test the following spring.

How late can I take the MCAT?

When Is the Latest I Can Take the MCAT? You can technically take the MCAT as late as mid-September, the last time it's offered in any given cycle, but it's not a good idea to wait that long. We generally do not recommend students applying to medical to take the MCAT in August or September.

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Is August too late for MCAT?

You should take the MCAT for the final time no later than August of your application year. For example, if you want to enroll in medical school for Fall 2025, you will need to take the test no later than August 2024.

Is April too late for the MCAT?

There are 4 different “windows” to take the MCAT in 2024: the Winter (late January), the Spring (March, April, and May), the summer (June and July), and the Fall (August and September). The “ideal” time to take it is when you feel fully prepared. It isn't worth it to rush your MCAT if you don't feel ready.

What months is the MCAT not offered?

Note that the MCAT is not offered between October and December nor in the month of February. Additionally, taking the MCAT early can help you target which medical schools you should apply to more effectively.

What is the latest MCAT date for the 2024 cycle?

For the 2024/25 application cycle, we recommend taking the MCAT by April 2024 (if possible) and no later than the end of June 2024. Once your test date is secured, focus on your MCAT preparation.

Is May 26 too late for MCAT?

Ideally, take the MCAT in March or April, but if you need to take it a little bit later, then do it. A May or June MCAT is okay. It's not necessarily going to delay your application, or not by much. You obviously want to take it when you're prepared.

What is the easiest month to take the MCAT?

If I had to take a guess, I'd say January has the best curve. Most people will be focusing on finals during Nov/Dec, and only have a month of Christmas Break to really focus on studying for the MCAT. The problem is that the MCAT is not curved just to the current year.

Does voiding the MCAT look bad?

No, medical schools will not know if you void an MCAT. That said, this attempt will count in your total number of MCAT attempts. You can take the MCAT up to three times in a year, four times over two years, and seven times in a lifetime.

Is July too late to take the MCAT?

We recommend taking the MCAT as early as possible but for the best chances waiting no longer than late July. That way your application is still complete by the end of August as the application pool gets more dense, and thus more competitive, going into the fall.

What year do most students take the MCAT?

Often, students will choose to take their MCAT exam in the same year they are applying to medical school. For example, if you are thinking about attending medical school in fall 2023, you might consider taking your exam during 2022.

Do MCAT spots fill up fast?

Spots tend to fill up quickly once they are released, so we recommend following the AAMC MCAT twitter to ensure you sign up as soon as they are released. The calendar for all possible exam dates and their score release dates can be found on the AAMC's website.

Can I take the MCAT 2 years before applying?

Most schools will accept a score taken within three years of expected matriculation. If you are applying for 2025 matriculation, your MCAT can be as old as 2022.

When should I take the MCAT if I want to start med school in 2024?

To determine when you want to take the MCAT figure out what year you would like to start medical school. We recommend that you should have the MCAT completed at least 1.5 years ahead of that date. For instance, if you want to start med school Fall 2024 you should have the MCAT done by Spring of 2024.

Is the MCAT easier in January?

Turns out there's more to the January test date than you might think and it might even be a better time for you to write the MCAT and score higher than in the summer.

How many months should you study for the MCAT?

How long should I study for the MCAT? Believe it or not, most students who do well on the MCAT spend between 200 and 300 hours preparing for the exam. When you start your prep will be determined by your test date and by what other work and academic commitments you have—usually 3 to 6 months before your exam.

What month do most people take the MCAT?

So, if you're also submitting applications within these systems, you'll most likely want to take the MCAT by mid-May or the end of April, at the very latest. Of course, most medical schools don't really review your application until you submit their secondary application.

What time of year is it easiest to take the MCAT?

There's no magical time period where the MCAT is easier. It's a challenging exam no matter the month you choose. Some feel prepared to take the MCAT after their sophomore year, while others decide to wait until their senior year of undergrad.

Are any medical schools waiving MCAT?

The answer is yes! There are several baccalaureate-MD programs, such as BA/MD, BS/MD, and BFA/MD that do not require you to take the MCAT. In addition, there are early assurance and guaranteed admission programs, where you do not have to take the MCAT.

Which medical schools do not have rolling admissions?

Can you submit primary without MCAT?

Generally speaking, while most schools can receive your primary application without your MCAT scores, they will not look at it until your scores have been reported. As a result, make sure you keep in mind how your test date/score release will impact when your application is considered.

What is the 10 day deadline for the MCAT?

The 10 Day Deadline is the last date to schedule, reschedule, or cancel a reservation and last date to edit registration information such as name, address, consents, etc. Please see the Scheduling Fees and the MCAT Essentials for more information.