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Pre-med frequently asked questions

Get answers to frequently asked questions about med school requirements, the application process, the MCAT and more.

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College freshman to M1: A medical school timeline to admission

Learn with the AMA about the steps you can take during each year of college to strengthen your medical school application.

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When should you take the MCAT? It’s a key question for pre-med planning

The timing of your application and your readiness are two key factors in determining when you should take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).

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High-yield topics and the MCAT—what pre-meds should know

It’s possible to get more bang for your buck while studying for the MCAT by focusing on certain content areas. One expert offers insight on how.

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MCAT scores and medical school success: Do they correlate?

The MCAT is key to earning admission to medical school. How well the test score predicts your med school career is a bit more complicated. Find out why.

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The MCAT is not just another standardized exam. Here’s why.

Learn more about how the Medical College Admissions Test is a different animal than any exam you have ever taken.

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4 tips to help you master the MCAT CARS section

Your MCAT CARS score is critical to getting into the medical school of your choice. Perfect your MCAT CARS strategy with these tips from the AMA.

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Top tips for premeds on getting into medical school

No matter where you are in your potential pursuit of a career as a physician, learn what it takes to create a portfolio that will stand out with admissions offices.

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Designing your MCAT preparation program? Follow these 6 steps

You should begin preparing for the MCAT several months out. A Kaplan MCAT preparation expert details how to make the most of that time.

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