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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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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…
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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…
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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…
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Can I Get into Medical School if My 1st Year GPA is Low?
The short answer to this question is yes. Doing poorly during your freshman year does not automatically disqualify you…
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Do 4th Year Grades Count if I Apply After 3rd Year?
No, they do not count. Usually schools request a final transcript before you matriculate but your senior year grades…
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Do Only My Undergraduate Grades Count?
The AAMC lists GPA’s on your application in this order: 1. High school (if you received any college…
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Can I Apply to Medical School from Community College?
You most likely should not. Medical schools usually recommend applicants to not take science classes at a community college. Therefore,…
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Can I Apply to Medical School Straight from High School?
Sort of. High school students can apply to BS/MD programs. If accepted, students will embark on a program that…
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