We break down in detail the available pre-made Anki decks for the MCAT and their strengths/weaknesses.

There’s no shortage of MCAT tutoring services out there, but is MCAT tutoring something you need? In this post, we’ll examine how to choose the best MCAT tutor for you. At Med School Insiders, we wholeheartedly believe in our systematic and customized approach, but we want you to make the choice that’s right for you.

Learn what to bring to MCAT test day, including what to leave at home, what’s allowed in the testing room, and what to pack to help the day go smoothly.

Learn what’s on the Bio/Biochem section of the MCAT and what you can do to perform well on test day. 

When it comes to the four MCAT sections, CARS is in a league of its own. It requires a different study strategy, which we outline here along with tips and tricks to ace this section. 

To do well on the Psych/Soc section, you need to have a strong understanding of social and behavioral sciences. Learn how to prepare here.

Acing the Chem/Phys section of the MCAT requires strong math skills as well as a thorough understanding of the sciences. Learn how to study for this section.

The MCAT is a one-day test that consists of 6 hours and 15 minutes of testing time. Here, we discuss the timing breakdown as well as what your MCAT test day will look like.

Does the MCAT test intelligence? Does the MCAT test memorization? Find the answers to these questions so you can tailor your study strategy and do your best on the MCAT.

Learn how to tell if you should retake the MCAT and what implications a retake might have on your medical school application. 

Test anxiety can lead to lower scores on the MCAT. Learn 11 strategies that will help you combat test anxiety. 

Simply taking an MCAT practice test is not enough. Learn about a practice test strategy that can inform your studying and make test day go smoothly. 

How do you manage your stress while studying for the MCAT? Here are 13 techniques.

The MCAT is one of the most important parts of your med school application. Find out what a good MCAT score is and how to determine your target score.

Are MCAT score guarantees worth it? Here’s what you need to know about the fine print.

Students who study within our suggested timeframe tend to do better on the MCAT than those who start studying earlier or later.

How hard is the MCAT, really? We used objective and subjective measures to determine MCAT difficulty.

Find out what evidence-based learning is and how to implement four effective study strategies to help you prepare for the MCAT.

The MCAT is here! Here’s what to expect on test day, including timing, breaks, strategy, and more.

While I was fortunate enough to achieve a top MCAT score, I wouldn’t do it again the same way. Here are the lessons I learned.

These are the 4 strategies shared by all MCAT examinees who achieve top percentile scores.

The traditional MCAT advice is riddled with well intentioned but harmful guidelines. These are 4 common pitfalls to avoid in your MCAT prep.

Students mistakenly believe delaying their MCAT, and giving themselves more time, is always a good thing. That’s not the case – here’s when you should and should not push back your MCAT.

Here’s how to pinpoint the MCAT score you need for your dream medical school. The answer may surprise you.

We’ll walk you through the mechanics of the MCAT testing calendar and discuss the four most important factors to consider in choosing your optimal MCAT test date.

Chances are you’re falling for the same common MCAT study traps that will hold back your score. Here’s how to avoid them.