when is the best time taking MCAT?

Question

I'm taking all pre-med and lower division class at community college , and then transfer to university. I'm gonna finish all pre-med course by next spring 2008. My question is, should I take MCAT right after I finish Pre-med course? or is it better to take after I transfer to University?
How long will MCAT score valid?
would medical school admission take any consideration if I take MCAT 2 years prior to apply?
thank you
p.s: pls answer seriously =)

Answer 1

I find that the right time to take the MCAT is the April of your junior year (in the US, that's the 3rd year of 4) of university. For example, if you intend to enter medical school in the fall of 2009, you would take the MCAT in April 2008.

Your MCAT score is valid for 3 years after the date you take it. For example, I took my MCAT in April 2003 (intending to matriculate in medical school in the fall of 2004). That score was valid until April 2006, and the last chance I had to apply for medical school was for matriculation in the fall of 2006 (submitting my application, of course, in late 2005).

Also, prior to taking the MCAT, make sure you are prepared with the proper knowledge. Basic chemistry (that learned in a mathematically-based, science concentration-oriented university course), algebra-based physics, organismal biology, molecular/cell biology, and organic chemistry are covered on the exam. Also, there is the verbal section, which consists of questions regarding the interpretation of nonfiction literature excerpts.

Lastly, there is a writing section, where two essays must be written based on two respective prompts.

Note that effective January, 2007, the MCAT will be delivered using a computer-based system. More information is available in the link below.

Hope the advice helps.