MCAT PREP COURSES

Yes! An MCAT prep course is an investment in your future. If you’re willing to put in time and effort now, it may mean the difference between getting accepted to medical school and needing to retest and reapply. Kaplan prep courses do more than review content and teach you the structure of the MCAT exam; our expert teachers have developed score-boosting MCAT strategies and gathered a huge arsenal of practice materials to help you be comfortable on test day and hit your score goal.

Our experts recommend that the average pre-med student spend between 300 and 350 hours over several months preparing for the MCAT exam. By creating a personal study schedule that spans six months, you will give yourself enough time to focus on any areas of need that may arise between now and your MCAT test day. While 6 months may seem like quite a lot of time, by avoiding procrastination you will put yourself in the best position to meet your MCAT score goal.

Yes, all MCAT courses from Kaplan include realistic practice tests to help students build testing endurance and accurately gauge their score progression. All Kaplan courses feature 21 full-length MCAT practice tests, including all 7 official AAMC practice tests, the most of any major MCAT prep provider. This extensive practice package seamlessly integrates AAMC exams alongside highly realistic MCAT practice tests from Kaplan throughout your course. Each practice test mirrors the exact computer-based interface, formatting, and timing of the MCAT and has been psychometrically validated to maintain a comparable level of difficulty so you can feel confident your practice test score will be your real score on test day.

Yes, you can absolutely try an MCAT practice test from Kaplan before committing to a course. Kaplan offers a Free MCAT Practice Test + Prep Starter Pack specifically designed for students who want to establish a baseline score and sample our course platform. You’ll receive 30 days of complimentary access to one of Kaplan’s realistic, full-length MCAT practice tests designed to simulate the MCAT’s computer-based test conditions as well as its range of question difficulty. Alongside a detailed score analysis highlighting your strengths and weaknesses, this free trial includes a custom Qbank preview, foundational video learning modules across all four exam sections, a personalized study calendar preview, and an interactive look at Kaplan’s new AI Tutor. This risk-free option serves as an excellent baseline score assessment and allows pre-med students to evaluate the user interface, study tools, and online curriculum before financially committing to a full MCAT course from Kaplan.

The best MCAT prep courses will prepare you for test day in a way that fits your learning style and schedule. Kaplan has a variety of prep options available, from on-demand materials to live online meetings with your instructor and other students to class in a traditional in-person setting. All of our MCAT courses also include 21 practice tests, 8 books, a Qbank, and over 700 hours of guided prep and practice from MCAT experts.

MCAT prep courses from Kaplan offer more than just content review and a few MCAT practice tests. No matter the format, you’ll get access to a full MCAT prep course (in person, live online, or on-demand), over 700 hours of guided prep and practice from MCAT experts, 21 full-length practice tests (the most of any major MCAT prep provider), a Qbank, 8 books, and all official AAMC practice materials.

With our decades of expertise in MCAT prep, we guarantee your success. If you don’t improve your score with us, we’ll give you your money back. Learn more about our Higher Score Guarantee. Aiming high? First-time Kaplan students enrolled in our 515+ MCAT Course, Premium Tutoring, or Online Bootcamp can take advantage of our 515+ Score or 15+ Point Increase Guarantee. If you don't achieve a score of 515 or higher, or improve your baseline score by at least 15 points, you'll receive your money back or have the option to retake your prep for free. Conditions apply.^§