Take the MCAT® Exam

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Get ready to take the MCAT®  Exam

Ask yourself three questions to help you decide when to test.

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The Medical College Admission Test® (MCAT®) assesses your knowledge of natural and social sciences concepts and your critical thinking and scientific problem-solving skills required to begin the study of medicine. Learn more about what’s tested on the MCAT exam. 

Register for the MCAT Exam

Access the MCAT Registration System to register and schedule your MCAT exam.

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2026 MCAT Registration

Registration for all 2026 MCAT test dates will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 21. Stay tuned for more information

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MCAT 2026 Testing Year Update for Examinees

Join this webinar to learn about updates to the 2026 MCAT testing year, registration process, and MCAT preparation resources to help you get ready for the exam.

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Planning to take the MCAT exam? Sign up to receive information about registration, preparation, and testing updates throughout the year.

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Prepare for and Take the MCAT Exam

Preparing for the MCAT exam takes time, dedication, and a plan. The AAMC has resources and practice products to help you no matter where you are in the preparation process.

The MCAT exam is offered multiple times in 2025 from January and March through September at hundreds of test sites in the United States, Canada, and around the world.

If you have a disability or medical condition that you believe requires an adjustment to standard testing conditions, we encourage you to apply for accommodated testing. 

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Part of being as confident and prepared as possible to take your MCAT exam is knowing what to expect and what is expected of you at the testing center.

Get answers to your questions about MCAT registration, scores, and more.

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