What does "MCAT" stand for?

MCAT stands for Medical College Admission Test. It is a common standardized test used by medical schools to screen applicants. The test consists of three parts and serves as a predictor of a candidate's success in medical school and the field of medicine.

The MCAT is a computer-based test, and applicants can take it at various locations. The three test sections are verbal reasoning, physical and biological sciences, and writing skills. The total test time is 4 1/2 hours. The weight given to MCAT tests in admissions decisions varies among U.S. colleges. Schools in Canada tend to give the test significant weight.