MCATs

biology

Study of organisms

• chemistryStudy of substances' interactions
• physicsScience of matter and energy
• biochemistryScience of living chemistry
• psychologyStudy of mind, behavior

sociology · anatomy · physiology · genetics · metabolism · enzymes · neuroscience · statistics

flashcards

Paper memorization tools

• mnemonicsTechniques to assist recall
• reviewCritical written assessment
• tutoringIndividual academic guidance
• KaplanTest preparation company

diagnostic

premed

Doctor preparation studies

• applicationFormal request document
• acceptanceConsent to receive
• prerequisiteRequired prior condition
• GPACumulative academic score

competitiveness · interview · matriculation · reapplicant · screening · cycle · yield

anxiety

Persistent apprehensive distress

• pressureForce upon contact
• burnoutChronic occupational depletion
• dedicationWholehearted loyalty to purpose
• perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles

discipline · motivation · overwhelm · perfectionism · comparison · resilience · self-doubt · high-stakes

sections

Divided portions of something

• scoringEarning points in competition
• percentilesHundredth-fraction rank markers
• multiple-choiceFormat offering preset options
• reasoningDrawing logical conclusions

timing · pacing · void · retake · full-length