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Guide to Courses You Need for the MCAT

Written by Dr. Ken Tao | Mar 7, 2026 4:28:02 PM

What's In the Guidebook?

According to the AAMC, several courses are considered prerequisites for the MCAT. But which ones do you absolutely need to take, and which ones can you skip? How important is biochemistry? Do I need to take the laboratory components of the prerequisites before the MCAT? Are upper-level biology courses helpful?

Find out, as this guide takes you through the essentials for your course planning and MCAT preparation.