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Are there prep classes for the MCAT, and are they worth it?

Are there prep classes for the MCAT, and are they worth it?

I'm planning to go to medical school and I want to get the highest score I can on the MCATs. Are there prep classes for this and where can they be taken? Are they expensive and are they worth it or not?

11vizzinim   492   4 Replies

1108

Where can I get AAMC practice tests for the MCAT for free?

Where can I get AAMC practice tests for the MCAT for free?

Where can I get AAMC practice tests for the MCAT for free?

11vizzinim   1535   3 Replies

liz77

Do I have to take the MCAT?

Do I have to take the MCAT?

I have been dreading the MCAT since I decided I might want to go to Med School.  I am most worried about the fact that I have not taken a biology class since 2003 and I may be a bit rusty.  However, I received the biology award at graduation and I ha

12009   447   5 Replies

108779

I am studying mitosis from the Kaplan MCAT book. I`m having trouble with some of the terminology?

I am studying mitosis from the Kaplan MCAT book. I`m having trouble with some of the terminology?

What is the difference between spindle fibers, asters and spindle apparatus? Also what exactly are kinetochores and kinetochore fibres and how are these related to spindle fibers, asters and spindle appartus?

123456789   391   2 Replies

123123

I just got my MCAT results back. They were very disappointing. :( . Is there any hope for me?

I just got my MCAT results back. They were very disappointing. :( . Is there any hope for me?

My wife passed away earlier this year from breast cancer and I couldn't keep my mind on studying for it. I should have canceled my test appointment. Oh well, life sucks for me. thank you

123456mj   347   2 Replies

040408

Do medical schools combine MCAT scores?

Do medical schools combine MCAT scores?

If I took the MCAT twice, do they take the best of each section? the best composite score? or the most recent test?

123456mj   648   2 Replies

12345678910

i want to study teraforming

i want to study teraforming

i want to study teraforming and how to mod plants to live in other climates what classes should i take

58143587   1254   3 Replies

Jermain_

which degrees suits best for undergraduate entry for medicine?

which degrees suits best for undergraduate entry for medicine?

which degrees will mostly likely get me into medicine

bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (BBiomedSc)
?Bachelor of Pharmacy
?Anatomy and Structural Biology
?Biochemistry
?Genetics
?Microbiology
?Physiology

A Thompson   346   2 Replies

lgarrison

Which of the following is the best undergraduate course to study, for a postgraduate course in NANOTECHNOLOGY?

Which of the following is the best undergraduate course to study, for a postgraduate course in NANOTECHNOLOGY?

A) Electronics and Communication Engineering

B) Mechanical Engineering

C) Electrical and Electronics Engineering

D) Computer Science Engineering

E) Others (Please specify)

PLEASE GIVE THE REASON FOR YOUR CHOICE! It will be of great help! Thanks.

A Thompson   437   4 Replies

fireguy1

Which college would best suit me?

Which college would best suit me?

First of all, I am a very conservative guy. I am not religious at all. I am very interested in majoring in political science. I have narrowed my choices down, and I have left with Michigan State, Purdue in West Lafayette, and the University of Arizon

A Thompson   471   3 Replies

buffyoumofo

What colleges/universities have the best undergraduate political science majors in the United States?

What colleges/universities have the best undergraduate political science majors in the United States?

What colleges/universities have the best undergraduate political science majors in the United States?

A Thompson   480   2 Replies

lgarrison

Which is the best medical school in ghana?

Which is the best medical school in ghana?

I just finished secondary school (high school) and i want to study medicine in ghana in the university can any one be of help?

A Thompson   303   1 Reply

buffyoumofo

what is the best medical school in georgia, preferably in the atlanta area?

what is the best medical school in georgia, preferably in the atlanta area?

in alabama it's uab, and that's one option.
in georgia, is it emory you think?

A Thompson   356   2 Replies

fireguy1

What is the best medical school in Michigan that only requires 6 years of training?

What is the best medical school in Michigan that only requires 6 years of training?

What is the best medical school in Michigan that only requires 6 years of training?

A Thompson   518   3 Replies

o2blea

What is the best medical school in the Philippines?

What is the best medical school in the Philippines?

Say, if I were to pursue my medical graduate studies in the Philippines, which schools would you recommend I attend?  Money is not really an issue. I just hope for the best education as rated by the number of board passers, topnotchers, professors, f

A Thompson   1635   6 Replies

firehawk347

What is the best Medical School in Illinois?

What is the best Medical School in Illinois?

Well I know I want to be something in the medical field, definitely not a surgeon but maybe pharmacist, pediatrician, but who knows I might change my mind. Though, the only schools that are known for medicine are loyola, UIC, and UI. Those are the on

A Thompson   467   2 Replies

fireguy1

which university for an undergraduate degree in sciences?

which university for an undergraduate degree in sciences?

The decision has to be made soon so..
- McGill (Sciences)
- Western (Biological and Medical Sciences) = majoring in psychology and physiology
- Queen's (Sciences)
- Ottawa (Honours in biomedical Sciences)

which one is the best program/school... and

A+student   378   1 Reply

fireguy1

I want to become a physical therapist? What should my undergraduate be?

I want to become a physical therapist? What should my undergraduate be?

I know it has to a science bachleor but what is the best one for physical therapy.

A+student   402   3 Replies

firehawk347

best environmental sciences institute(s) in Canada?

best environmental sciences institute(s) in Canada?

Just wondering the best universities for environmental sciences in canada for undergraduate and graduate studies. Any input would be good

A+student   612   1 Reply

firegirl2012

Is NYU's College of Arts and Science where an undergraduate should study in order to go to medical school?

Is NYU's College of Arts and Science where an undergraduate should study in order to go to medical school?

I am a sophomore in Romania, and my dream has always been becoming a surgeon in the United States, particularly New York City. I have come to the conclusion the New York University (NYU) fits me best, and is the university where I am going to complet

A+student   448   1 Reply

buffyl13

What is the best undergraduate degree for someone wanting to go to law school after?

What is the best undergraduate degree for someone wanting to go to law school after?

i want to go to law school, but don't know which undergraduate major i should do. i heard political science or psychology. any other options? what are the best? also, does it help to do a double major? or that's just being extreme.....thanks if anyon

A+student   379   3 Replies

A Thompson

Which is the best option? Start working after undergraduate studies or continue on to grad school?

Which is the best option? Start working after undergraduate studies or continue on to grad school?

I am one semester away from getting my finishing my undergraduate studies in economics/political science. Which is the best option? Get into the workforce, or continue on to grad school?

A+student   393   1 Reply

firegirl2012

Where is the best Medical School?

Where is the best Medical School?

I am a Senior in High School and I want to become a doctor where is the best medical school to study under?  Thanks for your help.

A+student   348   4 Replies

firegirl2012

Which undergrad is best for medical school?

Which undergrad is best for medical school?

I'm a senior in high school and I've just gotten my college acceptance letters.  The two best choices i got into are UC Santa Barbara and USC. Do i have a better chance of getting into medical school from USC because it has a better name?  Or does it

A+student   651   3 Replies

firegirl2012

What is the best medical school in Florida for psychiatry and neurology?

What is the best medical school in Florida for psychiatry and neurology?

I am graduating high school this year and I plan on going into neuropsychiatry. I will have to major in both psychiatry and neurology in order to achieve that. As college/university costs continue to rise, I find that I can't leave my home state. I'm

A+student   542   2 Replies

o2blea

Whats the best medical school in the US for me?

Whats the best medical school in the US for me?

Okay, I'm looking to go to school to be a neonatologist. Of course, I'd have to become a peditrician beforehand, so.. What is the best medical school in the US?

Thanks. :]

A+student   501   3 Replies

juliaroberts

What is ranked number eleven on US News' insurance rankings?

What is ranked number eleven on US News' insurance rankings?

I'm interested in becoming an insurance and/or actuarial science major, so i looked up the rankings for best undergraduate insurance programson usnews.com. The list said there were only eleven programs ranked and they only showed the top ten. If anyo

A03RsxTypeS   479   1 Reply

A Thompson

If I want to be a patent lawyer, what is the best undergraduate course to take?

If I want to be a patent lawyer, what is the best undergraduate course to take?

I know that it should be science related... but I am thinking engineering?!? and which part of engineering. Or is chemistry betteR?

A03RsxTypeS   380   1 Reply

A Thompson

How do I find out which colleges/universities have good/the best political science programs?

How do I find out which colleges/universities have good/the best political science programs?

I'm looking for both undergraduate and graduate schools, any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

A03RsxTypeS   679   4 Replies

buffnstuff

Which University of California is best fit for the path of a dermatologist (undergraduate)?

Which University of California is best fit for the path of a dermatologist (undergraduate)?

I am interested in becoming a dermatologist. I am aware that I can take any major I want (preferably a science major) for undergraduate school. However, which University of California school is best fit for my undergraduate career?

A03RsxTypeS   430   1 Reply

o2blea

What is the best medical school to obtain forensic psychiatry practice?

What is the best medical school to obtain forensic psychiatry practice?

What is the best medical school to obtain forensic psychiatry practice?

A03RsxTypeS   356   2 Replies

lgarrison

Which is the best medical school in Greece ?

Which is the best medical school in Greece ?

im fluent in greek so i dont think ill have TOO much of a problem..hopefully not =/ ... right?
I like pediatrics and dermatology ..their on the top of the list.
Which medical school in greece do you reccomend? Which is the Easiest one?
is it free to

A03RsxTypeS   460   1 Reply

firegirl2012

HELP, How do I study for Biology Test haven't took it since High School?

HELP, How do I study for Biology Test haven't took it since High School?

I just need a better understanding of how to study for these test. The teacher gave us the notes but I am pretty sure he will not ask verbatim from the notes. Just want to make a good grade. The test are on Chapters 1 & 2.

aal0002   2216   2 Replies

Atrain009

What is the general relationship between Calculus and Linear Algebra?

What is the general relationship between Calculus and Linear Algebra?

I have taken both classes, but it has been a while. So when I was asked this question, I didn't know how to respond. Upon investigation, Im having trouble finding any information out there on this topic. I know that linear algebra is the study of lin

Abewley1020   555   1 Reply

AJWD77

I hate my major

I hate my major

I am very close to completing my degree but I'd rather get it in something else. Is it best to finish or change?

Adill1106   2046   9 Replies

doseofmegan

What universities are the best for geology or earth science?

What universities are the best for geology or earth science?

I am a geological engineering student at METU in Turkey and looking for master program in US. As a master degree, I think about petrolium or energy. Could you please help me which one is the best?

aekirch2   560   2 Replies

AlphaOrionis

Best test for acute pancreatitis in presence of mumps

Best test for acute pancreatitis in presence of mumps

In presence of mumps which enzyme test is more specific for acute pancreatitis

Afaq   929   1 Reply

bolbol

MCAT

MCAT

I'm going to take the MCAT on summer 2014; shoud i buy the MCAT Berkeley Review now?

aka13   943   2 Replies

diamond3094

My girlfriend is interested in Neuroscience

My girlfriend is interested in Neuroscience

Hey guys,
I am new here, not sure if it's right place to post, but my girlfriend is finishing highschool next year, she is interested in neuro-science as an undergraduate full-time course in the UK or Germany, I was wondering if you guys ha

alexis12   878   3 Replies

bio_man

an important quantity in thermochemistry on account of its role in the analysis of biochemical processes is?

an important quantity in thermochemistry on account of its role in the analysis of biochemical processes is?

an important quantity in thermochemistry on account of its role in the analysis of biochemical processes is the enthalpy of glucose, C6H12O6. in an experiment, 1.49 g of glucose was burned in a calorimeter with heat capacity of 7.66 kJ/K and the temp

allonsy   746   1 Reply

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