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What is the best method for studying for the MCAT?
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My wife has run prep courses for these test and a prep course is like having a mom yelling at you to do your homework. Self-motivation, lots of time, and lots of dedication are the only ways to do well on this test. There are no secrets. The common tips are still the best tips, such as giving yourself at least THREE MONTHS of dedicated study time, as if it were a full-time job. Other tips (given from the publisher of the MCAT):
* Obtain a copy of The Official Guide to the MCAT Exam
* Read and understand the MCAT Essentials (PDF)
* Read "Preparing for the Test Sections" (see sidebar).
* Make a note of any material that is unfamiliar to you or that you haven't studied recently.
* Review the science topics using relevant course materials, including textbooks, course outlines, and notes.
* Work through MCAT practice tests, using the diagnostic reports in the online practice tests to identify topics and skills that need additional review.
* If your pace on the practice tests is slow, take advantage of any services your college offers to help improve reading speed and comprehension.
* If you have a study partner, each of you can use your strengths to help the other address areas of weakness.
* Avoid last-minute "cramming."
* Make sure to get enough sleep, food, and exercise, especially in the days preceding the test.
* Obtain a copy of The Official Guide to the MCAT Exam
* Read and understand the MCAT Essentials (PDF)
* Read "Preparing for the Test Sections" (see sidebar).
* Make a note of any material that is unfamiliar to you or that you haven't studied recently.
* Review the science topics using relevant course materials, including textbooks, course outlines, and notes.
* Work through MCAT practice tests, using the diagnostic reports in the online practice tests to identify topics and skills that need additional review.
* If your pace on the practice tests is slow, take advantage of any services your college offers to help improve reading speed and comprehension.
* If you have a study partner, each of you can use your strengths to help the other address areas of weakness.
* Avoid last-minute "cramming."
* Make sure to get enough sleep, food, and exercise, especially in the days preceding the test.
You can leave an optional "tip" with Mahalo's virtual currency, Mahalo Dollars. If you are asking a difficult question that might require some research, or if you'd like a wide variety of feedback, a higher tip often leads to more answers to your question.
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