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MCAT test prep is an important investment. With that in mind, we encourage you to compare us to the competition. We think you'll find that Kaplan is the premier choice for your test prep and admissions needs.

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Guarantee
  • Readiness
  • Satisfaction
  • Money-Back
  • Limited guarantees that make you take the actual test first
  • In many cases, no guarantee at all
Overall Experience
  • Since 1938
  • Pioneered test prep
  • Owned by The Washington Post Co.
  • Acknowledged education leader
  • 25 years or fewer
Computer-based Test Experience
  • Integrated computer-based test strategies
  • Unlimited access to all AAMC practice exams
  • 19 Practice Tests in computer-based interface
  • Experience with other CBTs like the USMLE, GMAT, and GRE
  • Little or no experience with computer-based tests
  • Practice tests not in computer-based format
  • Limited or no access to AAMC content
Convenience
  • Thousands of schedules options
  • Thousands of locations
  • Less extensive schedules
  • Many fewer locations
Flexibility
  • Flexible class schedules
  • Free make-ups of missed classes
  • Options for tutoring, classroom, online, books, and software
  • Less flexibility
  • Additional fees may apply for missed sessions
  • Fewer options
Strategies & Methods
  • Strategies to get more points in less time
  • Focus on the test day experience
  • Teachers trained to motivate
  • Varies widely
  • Less personalized

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