COVID-19 MCAT® FAQs

The use of face masks may be required by all staff and MCAT examinees at some test centers depending on state and local guidance. You can check your test center's requirements on the Pearson VUE website. If you have a disability or medical condition that you believe requires an adjustment to this requirement, you are encouraged to apply for an accommodation. Information and instructions on applying for accommodations can be found on the MCAT Accommodation Services web pages. For questions or additional guidance, please contact MCAT Accommodation Services at accommodations@aamc.org.

If you are immunocompromised and require an adjustment to the standard testing conditions, we encourage you to apply for an accommodation. Accommodations will not be provided without prior approval. Additional information and instructions on applying for accommodations can be found on the MCAT Accommodation Services web pages. For questions or additional guidance, please contact MCAT Accommodation Services at accommodations@aamc.org.

We are currently unable to receive documentation submitted via mail due to COVID-19. All applications for accommodations, including Initial, Reconsideration, Appeal and Extension requests, should be submitted using the MCAT Accommodations Online system. Submitting your documentation through our online application system is the most efficient way to process your request.