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The Five Biggest Study Mistakes on the MCAT

Written by Dr. Ken Tao | Mar 7, 2026 4:46:07 PM

What's in the Guidebook?

The MCAT can be a difficult exam to prepare for because there’s no perfect formula for success. The good news is that there are many ways for you to get your goal score on the exam. The bad news is that there are even more ways for you to miss your target.

In assessing the approach of students at large, we’ve identified the five biggest study mistakes on the MCAT.