Do you need to have a science background in order to do well on the MCAT? Not necessarily. While having a science background from your undergrad can help, there are other things you can do prepare for the MCAT. Most students will know that the MCAT is an important medical school prerequisite. And you have also probably heard many students wondering how to get into medical school with a low MCAT!
Medical school acceptance rates demonstrate that there are strategies you can implement to become a medical student without deep knowledge of the hard sciences. In this video, we’ll discuss strategies to overcome a lack of a science background, and give you tips that will lead to a successful medical career if you have not had the chance to gain scientific knowledge so far.
In this video we will cover:
00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - Do you need a science background? 03:04 - Why does the MCAT have science sections? 04:34 - What are the courses recommended to take before the MCAT? 07:34 - What if you haven't covered the content in undergrad? 06:25 - Step-by-step guide on preparing for the MCAT 12:35 - Conclusion
