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MCAT practice exams aren't just for endurance training. Learn how to review full-length practice tests to help improve your MCAT score.
READ MORECOVID-19 FAQ and Rescheduled Study Plans
Here at Blueprint MCAT (formerly Next Step), we want to do our best to help you succeed on the MCAT, and that includes helping you adjust your plans to this evolving situation. With that in mind, here’s an update to help you plan your studies in this uncertain time.
READ MOREHow to Understand the MCAT Periodic Table & Trends
Learn how to predict element properties and efficiently use the periodic table for the MCAT.
READ MOREEverything You Need to Know About the CASPer
Did you get an invitation to complete the CASPer? This is not a meeting with the Friendly Ghost! We explain what the CASPer is, who needs to take it, and how to prepare for it!
READ MOREIntegrating AAMC Materials into your MCAT Prep
The AAMC Prep Resources are an invaluable part of your MCAT prep, but you can't solely rely on them. Find out how to integrate the AAMC materials into your MCAT study plan.
READ MOREWhen Should I Take My MCAT Diagnostic Exam?
If you’re planning to begin preparing for the MCAT in the near future, you might have heard about the importance of taking a diagnostic exam in the early stages of your prep. If not, we've got you covered.
READ MOREIdentifying Methodological Flaws in Studies
One of the things that really surprises students about the MCAT is the heavy focus on how experiments are set up and ran. This can really catch a student off-guard, as most undergrad courses don’t really emphasize this. But from the point of view of the AAMC, it’s obvious that they want to test this. In order to be a good doctor, you need to be able to understand...
READ MOREShould You Retake the MCAT?
Sometimes things don't work out the first time around. The MCAT will permit you to take the test again – up to three times a year or seven times in a lifetime. If you have to retake the test, you're not alone. According to data released by the AAMC, thousands of students retake the test every year. Unfortunately, if you don't prepare thoroughly for the second try, you risk...
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