BLUEPRINT MCAT® BLOG

At Blueprint, we believe in educating first. Our MCAT blog was created to reflect this value. Our articles are written by the same MCAT experts who write our MCAT books, MCAT practice exams, and our MCAT course materials. We also partner with guest contributors regularly, both professionals and industry experts, to make sure that you are getting information that is not only relevant, but accurate.

Learn from the best with this free MCAT resource, updated with new articles regularly. If you need to know about a specific MCAT subject, changes being made to the MCAT exam, and general information about the MCAT, our blog is the perfect place for you.

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Unfiltered Advice for Premeds From Med Students

We asked our Blueprint MCAT tutors to take a trip down memory lane back to undergrad to dish out the advice they wish they'd known as premeds. And they did not disappoint.

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What to Know About Three-Year Medical School Programs

It’s a daunting path to become a doctor: four years of college, four years of medical school, and three to seven years of residency (or more, if you complete a fellowship) before you are a full-fledged physician. There’s no way around it — it takes a lot of time, hard work, and sacrifice to earn

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Med School vs. Nursing School: Which Is the Better Fit for You?

For anyone interested in going into public health, you have an array of options when it comes to your specialization and the particular way that you want to help people improve their health and take care of themselves. Your pathway to becoming a healthcare provider will include making a lot of choices, and the first

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How Much Does Medical School Cost?

It’s no secret that medical school can be an expensive process. From preparing for the MCAT to actually applying to medical school and matriculating, the average cost of medical school is steadily increasing. In this article, we’ll be giving an overview what expenses you should expect when applying and then look at options you have

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3 Steps to Writing a Strong Medical School Personal Statement

High MCAT scores and a high GPA alone won't get you into medical school. Read on to learn how to write an admissions-worthy personal statement.

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Eating Healthily, Affordably, and Fast in Medical School

While preparing for your first year in medical school, what you’re going to eat during your first year as a med student is probably the last thing that’s on your mind. But it shouldn’t be! Eating well on a budget, and making time to eat while studying, is not only a great life skill but

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