Pre-Med Success

🎥 Med School 101 Recording
Missed Med School 101 or want to rewatch?👀 You can catch the recording of our live "Med School 101" event right here!⬅️ After you've watched it, hop over to our POST EVENT DISCUSSION to ask questions and share your thoughts. Your feedback is super valuable and helps us make these events as beneficial as possible for you!😊…
🔍Ask An Expert: How to analyze your scores and determine if you need to retest!
So you've gotten your MCAT scores back, and they're not as high as you wanted. And you need to decide: retest or not? To help inform that decision, analyze 2 sets of factors: 1) the quantitative: how the scores compare to your most recent practice scores; and 2) the qualitative: conditions during and before your official…
MCAT Physics Formulas You Can't Forget (Downloadable Formula PDF!)
Essential Physics Equations for the MCAT: While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the physics equations that are fair game on the MCAT, this is a starting point. It can be overwhelming if you treat the list of equations as a bunch of formulas and variables to cram into your brain, so starting with a condensed list of…
📣Roll Call! Let us know where you're from and when you're testing!
Let’s find your study squad! Whether you're just starting content review or you're in the home stretch, drop a comment below with: 📍 Where are you from? (State/University) 🗓️ When is your MCAT test date? (Month/Year) Pro-tip: Scroll through the replies—if you see someone with your same test date or location, say hi and…

ICEBREAKER POST! - Welcome😊✨
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.
New Member Welcome🎉
✨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…
Second Semester Check In!
What’s the biggest challenge of juggling MCAT prep with a new semester?
Keeping the Momentum: Your 4 Step Blueprint
The "New Year, New Me" energy is great, but the real challenge isn't starting—it's sustaining. After a grueling first semester of Organic Chemistry, Biology, or Physics, it’s easy to feel the "mid-year slump" creeping in. But the secret to a competitive GPA isn't working harder in January; it’s working smarter by building…
MCAT Prep Advice
Take it back to the start of your MCAT prep. ⏪ If you could go back and give your 'Day 1' self one piece of advice, what would it be? Drop your best tip for the newcomers below!
Why Your MCAT Test Date Matters
Choosing an MCAT date isn't just about when you’ll be "ready" to take the exam—it’s a strategic move that dictates the entire rhythm of your medical school application. Because most medical schools operate on rolling admissions, your score is the "key" that unlocks the door. The date you choose impacts: Verification Speed:…
📣Roll Call! Let us know where you're from and when you're testing!
Let’s find your study squad! Whether you're just starting content review or you're in the home stretch, drop a comment below with: 📍 Where are you from? (State/University) 🗓️ When is your MCAT test date? (Month/Year) Pro-tip: Scroll through the replies—if you see someone with your same test date or location, say hi and…
MCAT New Year Resolutions
Happy New Year, future doctors! Let’s be real: While everyone else is resolving to hit the gym, we know you're resolving to finally master the Kidney Tubules and the Bohr Effect. 🫠 If your 2026 mood board is just a giant photo of a 520+ score, this list is for you. Here are 5 non-negotiable resolutions for every pre-med…
How I Prepared for the MCAT
About Me Alison Ross Undergraduate Institution: University of Pittsburgh Major: Molecular Biology Minors: Chemistry, Bioengineering Certificate: Conceptual Foundations of Medicine MCAT Score: 518 Time Spent Preparing The short answer, 5 months, but in reality, this doesn't tell the full story. The start to my MCAT prep…
MCAT prep
Hi everyone, I've been studying for the mcat since the beginning of October and have barely seen any improvement, and I am taking the exam in April, is this normal?
I'm testing in January, what should I be focusing on in December?
You’ve spent the semester preparing, and now the holidays are here... with family, travel, and disrupted routines. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many January testers face the same challenge of staying consistent during December. The good news? Most of the heavy lifting is behind you. December is the time to refine…
Your 2025 Kaplan Pre-Med Community WRAPPED!
Thank you for making this year a great one, Pre-Med Community! Check out your 2025 Pre Med Community Wrapped and be sure to drop your Spotify Wrapped in the comments below.