When you’re trying to pick MCAT test dates, getting information early is essential. Unlike other pre-health admissions exams like the OAT and DAT, the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is not offered year-round.
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC, the test-maker) selects about 20 MCAT test dates each year, and they are all between the months of January through September to fit in the medical school application cycle. (In 2023, however, they’re offering 30 dates!) You will want to plan your MCAT prep according to an available MCAT test date.
In addition, the way that MCAT score release works is unique among the other pre-health exams. With the MCAT, you have to wait about a month before you get your score report.
Table of Contents
- 2023 MCAT Test Dates, Score Release Dates, and Registration Dates
- MCAT COVID-19 Safety Protocols
- MCAT Test Dates and Registration Tips
2023 MCAT Test Dates, Score Release Dates, and Registration Dates
MCAT test dates will continue to follow a similar schedule to the 2022 calendar.
2023 MCAT TEST DATES | REGISTRATION DEADLINE (60 day) | REGISTRATION DEADLINE (30 day) | REGISTRATION DEADLINE (10 day) | SCORE RELEASE DATE |
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January 13, 2023 | November 14, 2022 | December 14, 2022 | January 3, 2023 | February 14, 2023 |
January 14, 2023 | November 15, 2022 | December 15, 2022 | January 4, 2023 | February 14, 2023 |
January 19, 2023 | November 20, 2022 | December 20, 2022 | January 9, 2023 | February 21, 2023 |
January 27, 2023 | November 28, 2022 | December 28, 2022 | January 17, 2023 | March 3, 2023 |
March 11, 2023 | January 10, 2023 | February 9, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | April 11 2023 |
March 24, 2023 | January 23, 2023 | February 22, 2023 | March 14, 2023 | April 25, 2023 |
April 14, 2023 | February 13, 2023 | March 15, 2023 | April 4, 2023 | May 16, 2023 |
April 15, 2023 | February 14, 2023 | March 16, 2023 | April 5, 2023 | May 16, 2023 |
April 28, 2023 | February 27, 2023 | March 29, 2023 | April 18, 2023 | May 31, 2023 |
April 29, 2023 | February 28, 2023 | March 30, 2023 | April 19, 2023 | May 31, 2023 |
May 12, 2023 | March 13, 2023 | April 12, 2023 | May 2, 2023 | June 13, 2023 |
May 13, 2023 | March 14, 2023 | April 13, 2023 | May 3, 2023 | June 13, 2023 |
May 18, 2023 | March 19, 2023 | April 18, 2023 | May 8, 2023 | June 21, 2023 |
May 26, 2023 | March 27, 2023 | April 26, 2023 | May 16, 2023 | June 27, 2023 |
June 3, 2023 | April 4, 2023 | May 4, 2023 | May 24, 2023 | July 6, 2023 |
June 16, 2023 | April 17, 2023 | May 17, 2023 | June 6, 2023 | July 18, 2023 |
June 17, 2023 | April 18, 2023 | May 18, 2023 | June 7, 2023 | July 18, 2023 |
June 23, 2023 | April 24, 2023 | May 24, 2023 | June 13, 2023 | July 25, 2023 |
June 24, 2023 | April 25, 2023 | May 25, 2023 | June 14, 2023 | July 25, 2023 |
June 29, 2023 | April 30, 2023 | May 30, 2023 | June 19, 2023 | July 31, 2023 |
July 15, 2023 | May 16, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | July 5, 2023 | August 15, 2023 |
July 28, 2023 | May 29, 2023 | June 28, 2023 | July 18, 2023 | August 29, 2023 |
August 4, 2023 | June 5, 2023 | July 5, 2023 | July 25, 2023 | September 6, 2023 |
August 19, 2023 | June 20, 2023 | July 20, 2023 | August 9, 2023 | September 19, 2023 |
August 25, 2023 | June 26, 2023 | July 26, 2023 | August 15, 2023 | September 26, 2023 |
August 26, 2023 | June 27, 2023 | July 27, 2023 | August 16, 2023 | September 26, 2023 |
August 31, 2023 | July 2, 2023 | August 1, 2023 | August 21, 2023 | October 3, 2023 |
September 1, 2023 | July 3, 2023 | August 2, 2023 | August 22, 2023 | October 3, 2023 |
September 8, 2023 | July 10, 2023 | August 9, 2023 | August 29, 2023 | October 13, 2023 |
September 9, 2023 | July 11, 2023 | August 10, 2023 | August 30, 2023 | October 13, 2023 |
MCAT COVID-19 Safety Protocols
While many other standardized tests have moved online, the AAMC has chosen to continue administering an in-person version of the MCAT. But don’t worry! The AAMC will continue to monitor conditions closely, and any widespread changes in testing conditions will be communicated to examinees directly and on their website.
You can see the health and safety protocols you can expect to be implemented at your testing center here.
If you have any further questions about COVID-19 safety procedures, just reach out to your local test center!
MCAT Test Dates and Registration Tips
Which MCAT test date should I choose?
Wondering when to take the MCAT? You’re not alone! Each student has a slightly different timeline for preparing for and taking the MCAT. If you know you need more time to prepare than your friends, then register for the MCAT at a later date. The goal is to take the MCAT as few times as possible, so pick an MCAT registration date that you feel will best help you achieve that goal!
Also, if youâre looking for some extra help, consider trying Magooshâs MCAT prep!
When youâre picking your registration date, keep in mind that it takes about 30 days to get your scores back. So if you need to have your scores back by a certain time for your application deadlines, for instance, be sure to take score release dates into consideration. Because of the MCAT score release delay, you can see that students must take the MCAT by May if they want their application to be among the earliest reviewed by medical schools.
To submit a complete application for medical school, you will need your MCAT score, academic transcripts, personal statement, description of activities and awards, letters of recommendation, and any additional essays required by the school.
Applications are submitted in two phases: the primary and secondary applications.
- Primary applications are completed through the American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS).
To submit your AMCAS application, you need your personal statement, academic transcripts, and description of activities and awards. Once your primary application is submitted, it will have to be verified by the AMCAS.
- Secondary applications will be sent out when medical schools have received your primary application. AMCAS begins transmission of verified primary applications to medical schools on the last Friday of June.
For 2022, the AMCAS transmission date was June 24th. This means that students that have verified primary applications by June 24 began receiving secondary applications on this day. You can anticipate the transmission date for 2023 falling around the same time of year. If these students submit their secondary application on the same day, medical schools will begin reviewing their complete applications.
Where can I find MCAT registration tips?
For information on how to register for the test, the overall cost, and more, check out our MCAT Registration post.
When should I start studying for the MCAT?
The MCAT’s a long test that tests a lot of material—after all, it lasts 7.5 hours! This means that you’ll want to start prepping early. 3-6 months in advance is ideal.
In a perfect world, that would look like this:
- January test date: Start MCAT prep between August and October of the year before
- March test date: Start MCAT prep between October and December of the year before
- April test date: Start MCAT prep between November of the year before and January of the current year
- May test date: Start MCAT prep between December of the year before and February of the current year
- June test date: Start MCAT prep between January and March of the current year
- July test date: Start MCAT prep between February and April of the current year
- August test date: Start MCAT prep between March and May of the current year
- June test date: Start MCAT prep between April and June of the current year
However, if you don’t have this much time, it’s still possible to get the MCAT prep you need! Magoosh’s MCAT study schedules will help get you caught up on everything you need, from organic chemistry and physics to psychology and critical analysis, whether you have one month or six (or even one week!).
A Final Word on Choosing an MCAT Test Date
Registering for the MCAT can be a stressful process, but with some preparation, a good MCAT course, and anxiety-relieving mindfulness techniques, you will be more than ready to tackle this step and move forward in your medical education and medical career. Good luck!
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