john29 Posted May 30, 2012 Report Share Posted May 30, 2012 Hey, I just finished my first year of university, and I would like to start studying for the MCAT during the summer and possibly write it during this summer as well. I was wondering whether it is possible to learn some of the material by myself (I have not taken physiology or organic chemistry) during the summer and still end up with a decent score. My friend recommended the "Cracking the MCAT by the Princeton Review" 2011-2012 edition, would this book me enough to get me prepared for the MCAT? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outlaw Posted May 30, 2012 Report Share Posted May 30, 2012 Many people have done well on the MCAT while missing a number of "prerequisites". I can't comment on it personally but do a search or look through the MCAT page and you will find numerous people who went through the same thing. As for the cracking the mcat book, I think you should get some other material that can cover each topic individually and in more depth (like a whole set). Do some research on each brand and find out what works for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAPTORS99 Posted May 31, 2012 Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 You should be good for the most part. Assuming that you've taken a full year of gen chem and atleast 1 physics course, you should be pretty solid for the PS - just practice and get accustomed to the "critical thinking" testing style. Bio shouldn't really be a problem, most of topics are relatively easy to learn. For orgo, get a book that goes into alot of detail (TPR, TBR). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medhopeful64 Posted May 31, 2012 Report Share Posted May 31, 2012 Hey, I just finished my first year of university, and I would like to start studying for the MCAT during the summer and possibly write it during this summer as well. I was wondering whether it is possible to learn some of the material by myself (I have not taken physiology or organic chemistry) during the summer and still end up with a decent score. My friend recommended the "Cracking the MCAT by the Princeton Review" 2011-2012 edition, would this book me enough to get me prepared for the MCAT? Thanks Like the poster above mentioned, get a book that goes into a moderate amount of detail for orgo. Do not get EK orgo - this is better suited for students who just need a refresher. Try finding a friend to study orgo with (preferrably someone who has taken orgo to help you out) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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