New MCAT Test Dates [UPDATED 2023] (Plus Score Release Dates)

All that hard work studying is about to pay off in a big way! The MCAT test dates for 2023 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.

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MCAT Test Dates 2022

* Tests are held once per day starting at 8 A.M. except for August 26, September 2, and September 9 where it will be offered twice per day (7:30 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. start times)

The MCAT score release is at 5PM on the scheduled date of release

MCAT Registration

It’s fair to say that you are better off registering for your chosen MCAT test date at least 3 weeks before the exam, as the cost for registration is $325. Read about MCAT Re-Scheduling Fees and the Fee-Assistance Program (FAP).

MCAT Registration and Cancellation Deadlines in 2022

Note that no changes are allowed to be made with less than 10 days before the exam.

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 will open 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 2022, 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. This additional MCAT registration fee is not refundable in the case of cancellation.

MCAT International Testing Center Locations

Testing centers for the MCAT are located across America and Canada. You can also 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. As you can tell by this chart, locations and seats are limited for international testing locations, so be sure to register early.

MCAT International Testing Locations

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For more information in regards to international testing centers, visit the AAMC’s MCAT International Testing Dates to keep posted on testing dates and locations.

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