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AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam

The PREview® professional readiness exam was developed and is administered by the AAMC. It is a standardized exam designed to assess examinees’ understanding of effective pre-professional behavior across eight core competencies for entering medical school.

AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam Now Available for 2023 Admissions Cycle

During the 2023-2024 application cycle, all schools using the AMCAS® application may use the AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam as part of their admissions processes. Learn more about what to expect this year.

About the AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam

The AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam is designed to assess examinees’ understanding of effective pre-professional behavior across eight core competencies for entering medical students. The competencies were identified by medical educators as important for students to understand in order to be successful in medical school.

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AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam Eligibility and Registration

The AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam will be offered March – October 2023.

The AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam Participating Medical Schools

A growing number of U.S. medical schools have adopted the AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam into their admissions processes to enhance holistic review of applications.  

Prepare for the AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam

Prepare for the AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam with free resources from the AAMC.

AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam Score

Learn about the AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam scoring and the score report.

The AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam Test Day

Part of being confident and prepared to take your AAMC PREview® professional readiness exam is knowing what to expect and what is expected of you while you are testing.

AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam FAQ

Get answers to your questions about scheduling, taking the exam, and sending your score.

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2023 AAMC PREview® Essentials

The AAMC PREview® Essentials for Testing Year 2023: The official policy and procedure guide for the AAMC PREview exam.

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AAMC PREview® Accommodations

The AAMC is committed to providing all individuals with an opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency on the AAMC PREview® exam. This includes ensuring access to persons with disabilities in accordance with relevant law.

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5 Things to Know About the AAMC PREview® Exam

There’s a lot of information to take in about the AAMC PREview® Professional Readiness Exam. To get you started, here are 5 important things you need to know.

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