Overview
The AAMC scores the MCAT in four sections, each from 118 to 132, for a total between 472 and 528. Three science sections (Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems; Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems; Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior) each have 59 questions in 95 minutes, and Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (CARS) has 53 questions in 90 minutes. With breaks and check-in, test day lasts about seven and a half hours.
Most questions are attached to passages describing experiments, data or scenarios, so knowing the content is not enough; you need to read figures, interpret results and apply concepts quickly. Our tutoring connects content review to passage practice from the start instead of treating them as separate phases.
We build your plan from a diagnostic and the AAMC content outline, then schedule official AAMC full-length exams as checkpoints. Review of each exam, question by question, is where much of the improvement happens, and we help you do that systematically.
Who it’s for and the problems it solves
This is for you if you are…
- Premedical students in the US and Canada preparing for a first or repeat MCAT
- Gap-year applicants studying full-time and working students studying part-time
- Students with strong sciences who find CARS unpredictable
- International applicants to North American medical schools that require the MCAT
Common problems we help with
- Content review feels endless and you do not know what to prioritize
- You understand the science but lose points on experiment-based passages
- CARS scores go up and down without a clear reason
- Psychology and sociology feel like a long list of terms to memorize
- Your full-length scores have plateaued and you are unsure how to review them
What’s included — and what isn’t
Included
- Diagnostic assessment and a study plan mapped to the AAMC content outline
- Chem/Phys: general and organic chemistry, physics and biochemistry in biological context
- Bio/Biochem: biology, biochemistry and related organic chemistry
- Psych/Soc: psychology, sociology and biology of behavior, including research methods and statistics
- CARS: passage reading, argument structure and question types across humanities and social sciences
- Experimental design, data interpretation and statistical reasoning across the science sections
- Spaced repetition planning (for example Anki flashcards) for high-yield facts
- AAMC full-length exam scheduling and question-by-question review
- Test-day stamina, break strategy and logistics
Not included
- Taking the MCAT or any graded coursework for a student
- Promising a score, percentile or medical school admission
- Medical advice or clinical instruction
- Using leaked or recalled live test content
What you receive
- Study plan
- A calendar from now to your test date, dividing content review, passage practice and full-length exams by week.
- Content gap map
- A checklist of AAMC content categories marked by confidence level, updated as you progress.
- Tutoring sessions
- One-to-one sessions on difficult topics and passage strategy, with timed practice.
- Full-length review system
- A template for reviewing each exam by section, topic, question type and reason for error.
- CARS practice routine
- A daily passage schedule and review method tailored to your pattern of mistakes.
How it works
Background
We discuss your coursework, test date, application cycle and past scores or practice results.
Diagnostic
You take a diagnostic (ideally an AAMC sample test) so we can see baseline strengths and gaps.
Plan
We map your study time to content categories and set dates for full-length exams.
Review and practice
Sessions cover content in context and passage strategy, with weekly timed practice.
Full-length phase
In the final weeks, AAMC full-length exams and detailed reviews guide last adjustments.
Methods and resources
- AAMC content outline
- The official list of foundational concepts and content categories used to decide what to study and what to skip.
- AAMC official practice
- Sample tests, section banks, question packs and full-length exams used as the most reliable measure of readiness.
- Passage-first science practice
- Learning content through experiment-based passages, not only through isolated facts.
- CARS argument reading
- Identifying the author's main point, tone and reasoning in each paragraph without outside knowledge.
- Spaced repetition
- Flashcard review of equations, amino acids, metabolic pathways and psychology terms, scheduled to limit forgetting.
- Error categorization
- Sorting mistakes into content gaps, misread passages, data misinterpretation and timing to focus effort.
What each section expects
The science sections test the four scientific inquiry and reasoning skills defined by the AAMC: knowledge of concepts, scientific reasoning, research design and data-based reasoning. CARS tests comprehension and reasoning about passages from the humanities and social sciences without requiring outside knowledge.
- Chem/Phys and Bio/Biochem: 59 questions, 95 minutes each
- Psych/Soc: 59 questions, 95 minutes
- CARS: 53 questions, 90 minutes
- Section scores 118–132; total 472–528 (midpoint 500)
Making CARS less unpredictable
CARS scores often vary because students answer from their own view rather than the passage's. We practice identifying the author's position and the function of each paragraph, then checking each answer choice against the text. Consistent daily practice, with careful review of why the right answer is right, tends to matter more than the number of passages done.
Timing your test date
Score release takes several weeks, and schools set their own deadlines and policies on retakes. We help you choose a date that leaves time for a retake if needed, and check AAMC's current test calendar and score release dates as part of planning.
What the work can look like
Illustrative example — fictional data
Sample full-length review excerpt
A student three months from test day completed an AAMC full-length exam. The student and results are invented for illustration.
Summary
Chem/Phys 126, CARS 124, Bio/Biochem 128, Psych/Soc 127. Chem/Phys misses concentrated in electrochemistry and fluids; CARS misses mainly in 'function of a statement' questions.
Error categories
Of 14 Chem/Phys misses, 6 were content gaps, 5 came from misreading a figure and 3 were calculation errors under time pressure.
Next two weeks
Electrochemistry and fluids content review with passage sets; figure-reading drills; daily CARS passages with paragraph-function notes; next full-length exam in week three.
Illustrative example with invented scores. Real plans follow your own data, and no score or admission outcome is promised.
What you’ll need to provide
- Your test date and the application cycle you are targeting
- Relevant coursework completed and any areas you have not studied
- Previous MCAT scores or practice results
- Access to AAMC official prep materials, or we advise which to obtain
- Weekly study hours available
You don’t need everything ready to ask for a quote — tell us what you have and we’ll say what’s missing.
What affects price and turnaround
Price depends on
- Number of sessions and length of your study period
- Number of sections requiring tutoring support
- Amount of full-length exam review done with a tutor
- Depth of content review needed in subjects not yet studied
Turnaround depends on
- Test date and application timeline, including score release dates
- Whether you are studying full-time or alongside coursework or work
- Your starting point in each section
Every project is quoted individually. How we price our work.
Questions people ask before starting
How long should I study for the MCAT?
Many students study over three to six months, but it depends on your coursework, weekly hours and starting point. A diagnostic and your content gap map help set a realistic timeline.
Are third-party practice tests useful?
They can help with content and stamina, but their scoring and style differ from the real exam. AAMC materials are the best guide to readiness and should be saved for timed practice.
I have not taken psychology or sociology. Is that a problem?
It is common. Psych/Soc content can be learned efficiently with a structured outline and spaced repetition, alongside passage practice.
Can you help with medical school applications too?
Yes, through our admissions services, including personal statement feedback and interview preparation. See admission interview preparation.
Do you use AAMC materials in sessions?
We work with official AAMC resources that you purchase or access through your account, together with our own original practice materials.