{"id":846,"date":"2020-09-06T23:14:33","date_gmt":"2020-09-06T23:14:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/?p=846"},"modified":"2020-09-07T05:05:09","modified_gmt":"2020-09-07T05:05:09","slug":"the-right-mcat-date-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/the-right-mcat-date-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"The Right MCAT Date For You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Choosing the right MCAT date can have a huge impact on how well you perform on the test day and the quality of your application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article I cover the four questions you need to ask yourself before choosing the best MCAT date for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Question 1: How much time do I need to study to be successful?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-jeshootscom-714701-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-jeshootscom-714701-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-jeshootscom-714701-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The time that you&#8217;re going to need to study for the MCAT will be unique to you, your responsibilities, and your schedule.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I can help you narrow it down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the past, the average amount of time that test prep companies often suggest for studying for the MCAT is approximately four months of intense study.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <strong>I recommend aiming closer to a minimum 6+ months of studying.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extending your dedicated MCAT study time, will allow  to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Balance your studies with your other responsibilities<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Have more time with the content.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>The ability to make self care a priority!<\/strong> (if your interested, check out my article on<a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/pre-med-anxiety-youre-not-alone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> self care<\/a>!)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, if your schedule won&#8217;t let you spend a minimum of 3 hours per day on MCAT study, consider extending your time frame even more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Question 2: When do I have time to study? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-anastasia-shuraeva-4079281.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-anastasia-shuraeva-4079281.jpg 640w, https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-anastasia-shuraeva-4079281-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ignoring this question is what sets a lot of pre-med&#8217;s up for a crazy amount of stress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We all want to be optimistic that we can fit MCAT studying into our busy schedule, but sometimes that&#8217;s not the case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(For example, I wouldn&#8217;t recommend trying study for the MCAT during your study abroad. I tried it&#8230; and it definitely didn&#8217;t work.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When deciding on your MCAT study period,  look to see if there are schools breaks, weekends, and time off work that you can utilize to your advantage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also consider <strong>making the time<\/strong> in the form of reducing your credit hours ( as much a you can).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, sometimes there won&#8217;t be a perfect time to study for the MCAT. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Juggling work, school, kids, and MCAT is a reality that many applicants have and its<strong> completely doable with the right planning. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why giving yourself a buffer as talked about in Question 1 is so important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Question 3: Have I taken the classes I need to be successful on the MCAT?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181534-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181534-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-christina-morillo-1181534-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking coursework related to the MCAT topics, can give you the basis needed to be successful on test day. If you haven&#8217;t taken the courses below, you may want to wait to schedule your MCAT date. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Courses I Recommend Taking Before Your MCAT Include:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Biology I and II<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chemistry I and II<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Organic Chemistry I and II<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physics I<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Biochemistry ( chemistry version if possible)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Human Physiology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Courses I Recommend Taking Before Your MCAT If You Have Time:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Psychology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sociology ( I didn&#8217;t take and I was fine).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Statistics <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Technically, you can take the MCAT without taking all of the related coursework but it really helps!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said the most important class that I recommend for sure taking is <strong>BIOCHEMISTRY<\/strong>. It connects with almost every section and is essential for success on the MCAT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For CARS, check out my article on <a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/how-to-study-for-the-shortened-mcat-in-a-time-crunch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to study for the MCAT<\/a>. It goes over how to review questions correctly that helped be increase my MCAT score by 9 points!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Question 4: When do I want to Apply?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760067.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760067.jpg 640w, https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3760067-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Which application cycle you want to apply in is one of the most important factors in deciding a test date and your study timeline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common times applicants take their MCAT include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>January: Where you can study during winter break.<\/li><li> March: Due to the timing of the applications.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But you can take the test almost any time of the year that works for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you plan on applying to TMDSAS Schools:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommending taking you MCAT no later than April of the year you are applying.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you Plan on Applying to AMCAS and AACOMAS schools:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to take the test before May. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can take it later or earlier (preferably earlier) than the recommend month above.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just know that you want to get MCAT done earlier than later so you can<strong> focus on working on your applications beginning in early May\/ June <\/strong>depending on the application service you are applying with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, this article helps you narrow down the best MCAT date for YOU. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more pre-med advice join my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/357854105373157\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pre-Med Support Network<\/a> facebook group for quicker access to pre-med advice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you liked the article please <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/g9thev\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe<\/a><\/strong>,  follow PugMed on Pinterest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/g9thev\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Subscribe<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;to PugMed for exclusive advice to help you get into medical school!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other Articles You May Like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/5-steps-to-the-perfect-virtual-medical-school-interview\/\">&nbsp;Steps to the Perfect Virtual Medical School Interview<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/how-not-to-write-a-personal-statement\/\">How Not To Write A Personal Statement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/aamc-vita-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">AAMC VITA: Everything You Need To Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/how-to-study-for-the-shortened-mcat-in-a-time-crunch\/\">How to Study for the Shortened MCAT in a Time Crunch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/medical-school-interviews-how-to-make-the-right-impression\/\">Medical School Interviews: How to Make the Right Impression<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gillianmathews.com\/pugmed\/pre-med-anxiety-youre-not-alone\/\">Pre-Med Anxiety: You&#8217;re Not Alone<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing the right MCAT date can have a huge impact on how well you perform on the test day and the quality of your application. 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