NOTE: These checklists were created before the COVID-19 pandemic. Please review the MCAT exam’s health and safety guidelines for additional information on test day procedures.
What you’ll need
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A quiet room that can be reserved for 8.5 hours (7.5 hours for the exam, 1 hour for setup and cleanup)
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One computer with an internet connection for each student
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One full-length practice exam for each student. The AAMC offers two free practice exams and four low-cost practice exams.
Advisor Checklist: Prepare a Mock Exam Day
Advisor Checklist: Conduct a Mock Exam Day
What your students will need
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A valid ID
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An AAMC account to access the AAMC MCAT Official Prep Hub
Student checklist: Participate in a Mock Exam Day
Accessing MCAT Official Prep Products
The AAMC offers discounts to prehealth advisors purchasing MCAT Official Prep products for students. Learn more about the discount and how to distribute online products.
Have you taken a mock exam?
The AAMC is looking for stories of students who recreated real testing conditions and took mock exams while preparing for the MCAT exam. We would love to hear how you organize your mock exam(s) and the impact this kind of practice had in your preparation. Share Your Story
You may also email your questions to advisors@aamc.org (prehealth advisors) or mcatprep@aamc.org (examinees).