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About Majors
Do I Need to Finish All My Prerequisites Before I Apply?
No you can apply to medical school before you finish all your required classes. You simply need to finish all your prerequisite classes before you actually start medical school.
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Requirements for Medical School
Can I Take Prerequisite Classes Abroad?
You need to take your pre-requisite classes at a U.S. or Canadian college or university. Medical schools do not accept premedical classes taken abroad especially because those classes are usually taken in series.
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How Much Does the MCAT Cost?
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a critical milestone for aspiring medical students. It is an exam that tests one’s knowledge and aptitude in key areas of science and critical thinking, acting as a major factor in the medical…
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MCAT
What Do I Need to Know About Voiding My Exam?
On the test day, after you finish your exam, you will be asked whether you want to void your exam or not. If you void your exam, it is basically the same thing as never having taken that test…
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MCAT
Do You Get a Calculator on the MCAT?
The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a crucial step for aspiring medical professionals seeking admission to medical schools. This standardized exam evaluates a wide range of skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific knowledge. One question that often…
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Is There a Guessing Penalty on the MCAT?
There is no guessing penalty on the MCAT. Test takers are encouraged to put an answer for every question.
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Where Can I Find a Content Outline for the MCAT?
You can find a comprehensive content outline on AAMC.
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MCAT
Should I Take All Prerequisite Classes Before the MCAT?
There is no set answer to this question. Taking all your prerequisite classes prior to the MCAT is definitely an advantage because then most of the material on the MCAT will be review. Nevertheless, you can learn the material…
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Grades
Drop Pre-Med if I am Doing Poorly Academically?
There is no right answer to this question because each situation is different. If you are a senior and you have a 2.5 GPA, it would be wise to consider other career options. However, if you are a freshman…
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Grades
Do Grades From Studying Abroad Count Towards GPA?
Grades from any institution after high school will be counted. Thus, your grades from studying abroad will be counted as well. However, do not take medical school prerequisite classes abroad. Medical schools do not accept premedical classes taken abroad.
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