The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized exam designed to assess your scientific knowledge, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving abilities. It’s an essential component of the medical school application process and is used by medical schools in the United States, Canada, and other countries to evaluate your potential for success in medical studies.

MCAT Test Format:

MCAT asks Multiple Choice Questions from the following four areas:

Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems:

No of Questions: 59

Duration: 95 Minutes

Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems:

No. of Questions: 59

Duration: 95 Minutes

Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior:

No. of Questions: 59

Duration: 95 Minutes

Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills:

No. of Questions: 53

Duration: 90 Minutes

Void Questions:

Duration: 3 Minutes

MCAT Test Duration:

There is an optional break of 10 minutes between sections.

Total Time Required to answer all sections: 6 Hours 15 Minutes.

Scoring and Reporting:

The MCAT is scored in each section on a scale of 118 to 132, with a total possible score ranging from 472 to 528. Your scores in each section are combined to provide an overall MCAT score.

MCAT Testing Limits:

You can book only one MCAT test date at a time.

Over a year you cannot write more than 3 MCAT Test

Over 2 years you cannot write more than 4 MCAT Test

In a lifetime you cannot write more than 7 MCAT Test

MCAT Registration Fees for International Test-Takers:

International Registration Fee: For test-takers outside the United States, the fee can be higher than for U.S. test-takers. It’s usually around $410-$470.

Additional Fees (if applicable):

Rescheduling Fee: If you need to change your test date, there might be a rescheduling fee, typically around $100.

Cancellation Refund: If you cancel your MCAT registration, you might be eligible for a partial refund, depending on when you cancel.

Preparation with Alex Global Consultancy:

• Diagnostic Assessment: Evaluate your strengths and areas for improvement to tailor a personalized study plan.
• Customized Study Plan: Develop a structured plan based on your assessment, focusing on enhancing strengths and addressing weaknesses.
• Practice Materials: Access to MCAT-style practice questions, full-length practice tests, and sample passages.
• Expert Coaching: Receive guidance from experienced MCAT coaches who understand the exam’s nuances and strategies.
• Time Management Strategies: Learn effective time management techniques to optimize your performance on test day.