The MCAT test dates for 2024 are upon us. Start planning your study schedule now with these MCAT test dates and MCAT registration dates.
We share the most recent information released by the AAMC regarding MCAT registration, MCAT score release, and where you can take the MCAT internationally.
MCAT Test Dates 2024
| Test Date | 60 Day Deadline | 30 Day Deadline | 10 Day Deadline | Score Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 12 | Nov. 13, 2023 | Dec. 13, 2023 | Jan. 2 | Feb. 13 |
| January 13 | Nov. 14, 2023 | Dec. 14, 2023 | Jan. 3 | Feb. 13 |
| January 18 | Nov. 19, 2023 | Dec. 19, 2023 | Jan. 8 | Feb. 20 |
| January 26 | Nov. 27, 2023 | Dec. 27, 2023 | Jan. 16 | March 1 |
| March 9 | Jan. 9 | Feb. 8 | Feb. 28 | April 9 |
| March 22 | Jan. 22 | Feb. 21 | March 12 | April 23 |
| April 12 | Feb. 12 | March 13 | April 2 | May 14 |
| April 13 | Feb. 13 | March 14 | April 3 | May 14 |
| April 26 | Feb. 26 | March 27 | April 16 | May 29 |
| April 27 | Feb. 27 | March 28 | April 17 | May 29 |
| May 4 | March 5 | April 4 | April 24 | June 4 |
| May 10 | March 11 | April 10 | April 30 | June 11 |
| May 11 | March 12 | April 11 | May 1 | June 11 |
| May 16 | March 17 | April 16 | May 6 | June 18 |
| May 24 | March 25 | April 24 | May 14 | June 25 |
| June 1 | April 2 | May 2 | May 22 | July 2 |
| June 14 | April 14 | May 15 | June 4 | July 16 |
| June 15 | April 16 | May 16 | June 4 | July 16 |
| June 22 | April 23 | May 23 | June 12 | July 23 |
| June 27 | April 28 | May 28 | June 17 | July 30 |
| July 13 | May 14 | June 13 | July 3 | Aug. 13 |
| July 26 | May 27 | June 26 | July 16 | Aug. 27 |
| August 2 | June 3 | July 3 | July 23 | Sept. 4 |
| August 17 | June 18 | July 18 | Aug. 7 | Sept. 17 |
| August 23 | June 24 | July 24 | Aug. 13 | Sept. 24 |
| August 24 | June 25 | July 25 | Aug. 14 | Sept. 24 |
| September 5 | July 7 | Aug. 6 | Aug. 26 | Oct. 8 |
| September 6 | July 8 | Aug. 7 | Aug. 27 | Oct. 8 |
| September 13 | July 15 | Aug. 14 | Sept. 3 | Oct. 15 |
| September 14 | July 16 | Aug. 15 | Sept. 4 | Oct. 15 |
You can register online for the MCAT at this AAMC link. All exams listed below begin at 8AM unless otherwise specified and the MCAT score release is at 5PM on the scheduled date of release.
In the above table, notice the 60-day, 30-day, and 10-day deadline. These deadlines correlate to the costs of rescheduling or canceling your MCAT. With less than 10 days before your MCAT, you are not able to cancel your test and will be marked a no-show if you do not take it on test day. See more on rescheduling the MCAT.
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MCAT Registration
| Registration Fees* (in USD) for 2024 |
|---|
| Standard Registration: $335 |
| Fee Assistance Program Registration: $140 |
MCAT Registration and Cancellation Deadlines in 2024
Note that no changes are allowed to be made with less than 10 days before the exam, even if there is an emergency. For the rescheduling fees, note that you will be charged each time you decide to make a change to your existing MCAT registration – so if you want to change the date and location, you will only be charged one fee if you do all of this in one fell swoop.
Standard Change Fees
Date and/or Test Center Reschedule Fee
Cancellation Refund
60 or more days before MCAT
$50
$165
30-59 days before MCAT
$100
$165
10-29 days before MCAT
$200
$0
Be aware that the deadline is calculated at 11:59PM of the location of the test site. So, if you are taking your MCAT in another time zone, you should be aware of this if you are putting off your cancelation or rescheduling to the last minute.
Fee Assistance Program Change Fees
Date and/or Test Center Reschedule Fee
Cancellation Refund
60 or more days before MCAT
$20
$70
30-59 days before MCAT
$40
$70
10-29 days before MCAT
$80
$0
How to Register for your MCAT Date
All MCAT registration takes place on AAMC’s website. Generally speaking, MCAT registration dates for the January-June MCAT test dates up in October and the MCAT registration dates for the rest of the summer test dates will open up in February.
Upon MCAT registration, you’ll need to select your date as well as location. Because each location and seat number varies, it’s recommended to register for the MCAT as early as possible before seats fill up and to avoid higher registration costs.
When to Take the MCAT
There are 30 MCAT test dates to choose from in 2024, but knowing which one to choose can be key in strategizing how to land your highest score.
The AAMC recommends that the average pre-med should study for the MCAT for anywhere between 300-350 hours. At a rate of 10-15 hours, this will usually take you between 3-5 months of prep. With this in mind, the minimum you should do to determine when to take the MCAT is consider a date that is going to give you between 3-5 months to devote these hours of MCAT prep to.
That said, we think there is a better strategy for choosing the best MCAT test date based on data on the highest scorers. 2/3 of the highest MCAT scores occur between August and September. This is likely because students have their summer to prep. If you anticipate having extra time to prep for the MCAT over the summer that you may not be able to get otherwise, then this is likely going to be the best time for your to take the MCAT.
We dive further into these questions in our post When Should I Take the MCAT?
MCAT International Fees
If you are planning on taking the MCAT internationally, you will be subjected to the above MCAT registration deadlines and costs as well as an additional $120 fee plus any additional taxes or VAT. This additional MCAT registration fee is not refundable in the case of cancellation.
MCAT International Testing Center Locations
You can register for a seat to take the test in any of the following international locations MCAT test dates by following the same process for registering on the AAMC website here.
Locations and seats are limited for international testing locations, so be sure to register early.
MCAT Test Dates FAQ
Is the MCAT hard to pass?
The MCAT is a very difficult test, especially compared to other graduate admissions tests. If you have already taken the college classes suggested before the MCAT, then you will need to focus your efforts on content review and practice. With an effective study plan, however, you can still do very well on the MCAT!
Is taking the MCAT in June too late?
June is not too late for the MCAT. In fact, 2/3 of the highest MCAT scorers take the MCAT between the months of August and September. Put simply, you should take the MCAT once you have completed your study plan and feel confident.
What is the best month to take the MCAT?
The best month to take the MCAT depends on your schedule and when you’ll be able to put in the MCAT prep specifically for the score you need. It’s suggested to choose the MCAT test date first then plan your study schedule around this deadline.
Is 500 hours enough for the MCAT?
The AAMC recommends 300-350 hours of prep for the average MCAT test taker. This means 500 hours of efficient MCAT prep should be enough. It’s suggested to take your MCAt diagnostic test before planning your MCAT study schedule, since this is the most important factor in how long you’ll need to prep for the score you’re trying to achieve.
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