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Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 00destroyer1 on Sep 21, 2012
oh and by the way im going to college i have 4 years so you think its good idea if i will study now?


Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 06Ralph on Sep 21, 2012
This is the best book out there for the MCATs. Good luck!

http://www.amazon.com/Kaplan-2007-2008-Premier-Program-CD-ROM/dp/1419541978/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/105-8665608-0168417?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1183647291&sr=8-1


Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 101doc on Sep 21, 2012
Studying  for the MCAT right know, but basic science knowledge is needed (bio, chem, physics, org chem, and verbal)
As you complete them, you can start studying them, or you can study as you go (if are going to take bio this year, just study MCAT bio as you go)

understanding the basic science courses in college will make it easier to prepare for the MCATs, so my advice is to pay very close attention in these classes


Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 123123 on Sep 21, 2012
Sure! I've been studying since I was in high school lol it's never to soon to start.
I would recommend to take as many practice tests online, and just take as many biology, physics, and chemistry classes as you can!


Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 1029384756 on Sep 21, 2012
The MCAT isn't really a type of exam you can "study" for.  It's a logic-reasoning exam.  The knowledge required for the MCATS will be obtained through your science courses.  You can try studying now (I used the Kaplan book), but it probably will not help much until you fully understand the basic principles of the material covered in the book.  

Personally I would start after you've had an intro to biology course, microbiology, genetics, organic chemistry, and physics.  One approach you could take is to start studying for those sections after you take the respective course.


Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 1234 on Sep 21, 2012
Jessica, from the looks of that picture of you, I think you probably need me to come over and help you with the anatomy lessons.


Title: Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?
Post by: 1006471 on Sep 21, 2012
Yes study now but one advice that is rarely given, you should take your MCAT RIGHT after you finish Organic chemistry, trust me this will help you out tremendously!