--- title: Medical School News and MCAT Strategy | MCAT studying (3) description: MCAT studying | Here you will find blog posts with pertinent information on the MCAT test and medical school admissions. Be sure to read some posts today. (3) --- # MEdical School News and MCAT Strategy Stay current with the latest med school admissions news and proven MCAT strategies. Browse by All MCAT prep MCAT studying MCAT tips MCAT MCAT study tips MCAT prep strategies medical school applications Med School Admissions medical school MCAT cardiology chemistry mcat chemistry MCAT behavior section MCAT equations MCAT hematology Medical School Letters of Recommendations Uncategorized mcat physiology med school application timing retaking the MCAT This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ## Posts about MCAT studying (3): [MCAT studying](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-studying) [MCAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat) [MCAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep) [MCAT tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-tips) [MCAT study tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-study-tips) [MCAT prep strategies](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep-strategies) When studying for the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT), most students tend to focus on studying through content review and reading preparation books. However, an essential method for preparing for this exam is taking numerous practice tests to prepare for the format as well as the arduous length of the exam. A critical portion of this practice is to effectively review exams in order to assess strengths and weaknesses in both content and testing strategies. Below we will discuss tips to optimizing your practice exams and strategies for reviewing them. [MCAT studying](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-studying) [MCAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat) [MCAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep) [MCAT tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-tips) [MCAT study tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-study-tips) [MCAT prep strategies](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep-strategies) Daily, physicians face challenges to apply, analyze, and communicate scientific and medical information. The ability to communicate and analyze is a softer skill that is difficult to develop compared to the effort it takes to memorize something like the Krebs’s cycle. This vital skill set has become emphasized by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) through the production of the Critical Analysis and Reasoning Section (CARS) on the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). CARS is the section that most premedical students struggle with and requires the most time to build skills. Identifying question types on your exam will allow you to establish patterns of performance and test trends. Below we will discuss the six most common types of questions you will encounter on the CARS section and how to best approach them. [MCAT studying](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-studying) [MCAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat) [MCAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep) [MCAT tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-tips) [MCAT study tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-study-tips) [MCAT prep strategies](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep-strategies) The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is one of the most challenging graduate school entry exams. While the content and strategy is difficult, it is essential for students to focus on planning when preparing for this lengthy exam. A successful MCAT preparation begins with creating a study schedule that manages to accommodate your other commitments while meeting your preparation needs. Here are eight tips to assist you in preparing your own study schedule for the exam: **** [MCAT studying](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-studying) [MCAT](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat) [MCAT prep](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-prep) [MCAT tips](https://www.myguruedge.com/our-thinking/mcat-and-the-medical-school-admissions-process/topic/mcat-tips) ![MCAT Success](https://www.myguruedge.com/hs-fs/file-19427855-jpg/images/mcatguide2011-144x150.jpg?width=144&height=150&name=mcatguide2011-144x150.jpg "MCATGUIDE2011")**The MCAT is a beast of an exam** – there’s no way around it – and for many of you, it will also likely be your first *real* challenge academically, in terms of necessary preparation, exam intensity and sheer volume of subject matter.  It won’t be easy, regardless of your IQ or SAT scores, but with a little bit of assistance and a whole lot of dedication, it is absolutely doable and within your reach. ### Follow this blog