In what year of college do you take the MCAT exam?

Question

If you want to go to a medical school

Answer 1

You don't have to take it in college!

Yes, traditional applicants usually take it April of their 3rd year (assuming completion of degree in 4 years). But if you do not want to or cannot apply to medical school right out of college, then hold off on the MCAT.

MCAT scores don't have a long shelf life. Most schools want scores within 2 years. Some will take 3-yr-old scores. Take the exam right before you plan to apply. Whatever time you think that'll happen, plan to take the April exam for that year. You could take the August exam, but sometimes delays in score receipt can hold up your application.

I took the MCAT during August preceding my 4th year of university. then I chose to go to grad school, and my score expired. I had to take the test AGAIN, and boy does that SUCK! Iwould never recommend a person to repeat the MCAT unless they absolutely MUST repeat it.

Answer 2

You don't necessarily have to take it. It's only for people who are trying to get into certain post-graduate programs, like med school or some other science-based studies. It might also depend on the school you plan on attending...

Answer 3

Usually, the year before you graduate or at the beginning of the year you will graduate.