MCAT Test Dates and Registration
MCAT test dates in the United States, Canada and international locations
MCAT test dates for 2019, as well as score release dates set by the AAMC are presented here. We have also compiled information from the AAMC regarding MCAT registration and testing centers in the United States, Canada and international locations. Ideally, you would choose an available MCAT test date at a convenient location that allows you the most study time while balancing the score release date which will give you time to submit your MCAT score relatively early in the application cycle.
Consider visiting your MCAT test center prior to your exam date to familiarize yourself with the route to get there and the time necessary. Also consider watching this video: Exam day procedures including security.
2019 MCAT Test Dates and Scores Release Dates
| MCAT Test Dates 2019 All exams start at 8 a.m. |
MCAT Scores Release Dates | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, January 18, 2019 | Wednesday, February 20, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, January 19, 2019 | Wednesday, February 20, 2019 | ||
| Thursday, January 24, 2019 | Tuesday, February 26, 2019 | ||
| Friday, March 15, 2019 | Tuesday, April 16, 2019 | ||
| Friday, March 29, 2019 | Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | ||
| Friday, April 5, 2019 | Tuesday, May 7, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, April 13, 2019 | Tuesday, May 14, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, May 11, 2019 | Tuesday, June 11, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, May 18, 2019 | Tuesday, June 18, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, May 23, 2019 | Tuesday, June 25, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, May 23, 2019 | Tuesday, June 25, 2019 | ||
| Friday, May 24, 2019 | Tuesday, June 25, 2019 | ||
| Friday, May 31, 2019 | Tuesday, July 2, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, June 1, 2019 | Tuesday, July 2, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, June 15, 2019 | Tuesday, July 16, 2019 | ||
| Friday, June 28, 2019 | Tuesday, July 30, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, June 29, 2019 | Tuesday, July 30, 2019 | ||
| Wednesday, July 10, 2019 | Tuesday, August 13, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, July 13, 2019 | Tuesday, August 13, 2019 | ||
| Friday, July 19, 2019 | Tuesday, August 20, 2019 | ||
| Friday, August 2, 2019 | Wednesday, September 4, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, August 3, 2019 | Wednesday, September 4, 2019 | ||
| Friday, August 9, 2019 | Tuesday, September 10, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, August 17, 2019 | Tuesday, September 17, 2019 | ||
| Friday, August 30, 2019 | Tuesday, October 1, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, August 31, 2019 | Tuesday, October 1, 2019 | ||
| Friday, September 6, 2019 | Tuesday, October 8, 2019 | ||
| Friday, September 13, 2019 | Tuesday, October 15, 2019 | ||
| Saturday, September 14, 2019 | Tuesday, October 15, 2019 |
Note: All exams start at 8 a.m. MCAT scores release takes 30-35 days after your exam date. The schedule above is for MCAT test dates administered in the United States. For exams in Canada and other international testing locations, click here: 2019 MCAT Test Dates in Canada | MCAT International Testing Locations.
MCAT Registration
The MCAT registration fee is $315 if made at least three weeks before the exam. There are 3 registration 'zones' that have corresponding registration fees, re-scheduling fees, cancellation refund and fee assistance program (FAP) fees. The FAP was designed for students who are unable to finance their MCAT prep. You need to apply for the FAP before your MCAT registration. For more information, click here: FAP
| Zone | Deadline | Registration Fee | Re-schedule Fee | Cancellation Refund |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 1 month before MCAT | $315
$125 (FAP) |
$90
$45 (FAP) |
$155
$60 (FAP) |
| Silver | 3-4 weeks before exam | $310
$125 (FAP) |
$150
$65 (FAP) |
No refund
No refund |
| Bronze | 1-2 weeks before exam | $370
$180 (FAP) |
No re-schedule
No fee assistance |
No refund
No refund |
Note: The additional international registration fee for all zones is $105. The international registration fee is applicable to all countries except for Canada, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. The deadline for registration is at 7:59 a.m. ET local test center time of the day of the deadline. It is non-refundable upon registration cancellation. See MCAT Registration Deadlines.
MCAT Testing Centers
There are MCAT testing centers, both on and off campus, from coast to coast in the US and Canada. For a list of current locations, click here: MCAT testing centers in the US and Canada.
Additionally, there are numerous MCAT testing centers in international locations as presented in the table below. Note that to register for a seat at an international testing site, you should follow the same process as if registering for a seat in the US or Canada. Since the dates and seats at international locations are limited, plan ahead to avoid disappointment.
| MCAT International Testing Locations* and Puerto Rico | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | China: Hong Kong | Cyprus | France | Germany |
| Guam | Australia | Israel | Japan | Kazakhstan |
| Lebanon | Malaysia | Puerto Rico | Qatar | Singapore |
| South Africa | Taiwan | Thailand | United Kingdom | Virgin Islands, U.S. |
* Note that the list of countries and dates are subject to change so consult the AAMC's website regularly or contact them directly depending on your individual circumstance. AAMC MCAT International Testing Dates
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