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✨Welcome to our growing Pre-Med Success Community!✨

We are thrilled to have you as a member of the Pre-Med Success Community Forum. As you prepare for your MCAT, you'll have a built-in support network to help you along the way. Our community is made up of fellow MCAT students, MCAT experts, and various medical professionals, all of whom are here to support you.

If you have any content-related questions, we encourage you to create a post in the community space. Chances are, if you're wondering about something, others are too, and your question could help other students.

Come check out the icebreaker post and introduce yourself!

Welcome once again to our MCAT Community! Let's get things started by sharing a little about ourselves. 🤗

In the comments, share a boring fact about yourself and when you're planning on taking the MCAT.

You've faced the MCAT, and your scores are here! Now what? Don't let those numbers intimidate you. Instead, let's turn them into a roadmap for your medical school journey.

Analyzing Your MCAT Score: What's Next? 🔍

• Deep Dive into Your Score Report: Don't just glance at the total. Analyze each section meticulously. Identify your strengths and weaknesses. Where did you excel? Where did you struggle?
• Pinpoint Areas for Improvement: Use your score report to target specific areas for further study. 
• Contextualize Your Score: Research the average MCAT scores for the medical schools you're targeting. Understand how your scores align with their expectations.
• Strategic Application Planning: Use your scores to inform your medical school application strategy. Highlight your strengths in your personal statement and tailor your school list accordingly.
• Retake Strategies (If Needed): If you're considering a retake, create a detailed study plan! Consider getting a tutor to help you target your practice for improved chances of improving your score. 

Let's Talk! 🗣️

We want to hear from you!

• Are you planning on retaking the MCAT?
• How are you using your current scores to shape your medical school applications?
• What advice would you give others who are about to take the MCAT?

For more, you can also check out this conversation with MCAT Instructor @Ae-Ri!

Share your experiences and questions in the comments below!

Hi @Kaelyn_Belton! Thanks for asking this question, I've tagged @Chrystal Akor from our faculty team to help answer your question.