
MCAT
The MCAT, or Medical College Admission Test, is a standardized exam required for admission to most medical schools in the United States and Canada. It assesses key skills needed for medicine, including understanding scientific concepts in biology, chemistry, and physics; critical thinking; problem-solving; and verbal reasoning. The test helps schools evaluate an applicant’s readiness for medical training and their ability to handle the academic and analytical challenges of medical education. It is typically taken by undergraduate students planning to pursue a career in medicine.