2024 MCAT Testing Dates calendar for U.S. testing centers
Stay on Track with the 2024 MCAT® Calendar: Important Dates for Your MCAT Journey**
Your Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) journey is a critical step on the path to medical school. To help you plan effectively and stay on track, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has released the 2024 MCAT calendar for U.S. testing centers.
In this post, we'll break down the key dates you need to know to prepare for and ace the MCAT.
2024 MCAT Calendar Highlights
When does Registration Open for the MCAT? :
Registration for MCAT exam dates in January through June opens in mid-October 2023.
Registration for July to September MCAT Test Dates opens in February 2024.
If you're planning to take the MCAT during this period, mark your calendar and register early to secure your preferred test date and location.
The MCAT exam is not offered in February or October through December 2024.
Test Center Locations
The AAMC offers testing at various locations across the U.S. The test is also available in Canada and many other countries such as Germany and Israel; however, the test dates might be different.
Score Release Dates:
After taking the MCAT, you'll anxiously await your scores. The calendar provides score release dates for each testing window, allowing you to plan your next steps accordingly. Typically, the MCAT scores are released approximately 30 days after the examination date. You can find the exact date on the calendar. Historiclly speaking the score releases around 11 Am.
Understanding the MCAT
Before diving into the calendar, let's briefly recap what the MCAT is all about. The MCAT is a standardized test that assesses your knowledge of foundational concepts and problem-solving skills in the natural, behavioral, and social science concepts and principles. It's a critical component of the medical school application process and plays a significant role in admissions decisions.
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