1:1 MCAT Tutoring with MCAT Mastery Mentors
We Fast-Tracked
Our MCAT Scores To The
515+ Mark and Made Med-School A Reality...
Now We're Here To Work With You One-On-One And Help You Do The Same!
After Studying For Months Doing Content Review + Practice Tests And Seeing Scores STAY The Same... That's When The Panic Set In...
Having already spent hundreds (some of us thousands) on MCAT prep, yet still not being able to break the 499 mark, or only improving by a few points nowhere near our MCAT score goal...
Often left us anxious, discouraged, disappointed, and doubting ourselves on EVERY level. The frustrations were never ending:
We wish we knew back then that there were methods and strategies to get around ALL of these obstacles. But it gets hard to figure all that out when you're dealing with emotional and mental hurdles like:
There Were So Many Times We Wanted To Give Up
In fact, there were so many around us who DID give up. Failing in their own eyes at something they've sacrificed so much for.
It was heartbreaking watching them not get interviews, retake the MCAT multiple times, eventually changing career paths and giving up their doctor dreams because of one exam...
But we didn't give up. We knew there had to be a way to beat this exam.
Eventually as you'll find out below, we figured it out and quickly improved our scores.
Now that it's over and we're living the med-school reality we once dreamed of, we realized we want to help as many premeds as we can avoid going through the same MCAT hell that we did.
It was too hard going through it alone, trying to figure it out for yourself. It's also a huge waste of time.
This is why we've decided to give back to the community by coaching, tutoring, and mentoring you one-on-one with your MCAT prep...
Showing you what you need to change or add in your MCAT study and practice methods that will get your score over the 511+ mark.
So that YOU TOO can secure your spot in med-school, and become the doctor you were born to be.
Annabella D.
Improved her MCAT Score by 19 Points in 6 Weeks: From 496 to 515
"I got sessions with a tutor and she helped me so, so much. She was really able to understand where I was getting stuck and why and then how to help. Having someone to show how they went through each passage, what they highlighted, or what they wrote down helped me a lot to actually figure out what to focus on in passages and boosted my score a ton.
After [the first] session I felt a lot better about planning and having someone so nice and understanding behind me. From then we met once a week, and during the hours I would pull up the AAMC question banks and we would go through multiple passages in different sections and she would really go through what steps she took to read the passage, read the question, read the answers, and bring everything together to understand it and get the answer correct.
She was very understanding of where I was getting tripped up and was more than willing to go through things multiple times if I needed it. She was able to really emphasize how important going through the passage was and understanding the details in it to bring it all together, which is something I was continuously getting tripped up on... I was able to raise my score 19 points in about 6 weeks from all the tips she gave me and the calendar we planned together!"
Meet Your MCAT Mastery Mentors
If we can do it, so can you.
If you clicked on the button and skimmed through our bios, you might have noticed there are two commonalities between all of us:
1. We ALL struggled during MCAT prep. None of us were "naturals". If you work with us, you can bet we understand exactly where you are now, and how to get you to where you need to be by your test date.
2. We all managed to increase our MCAT scores to the 515+ mark very quickly.
How? We figured out the correct way to study and practice for the MCAT.
We all saw scores plateauing, not improving, some of us even experienced scores going DOWN, but there came a moment where it clicked after we started applying the right strategy.
Throughout our MCAT strategy tutoring and coaching sessions with you, that's what our main focus will be; getting you to that moment where it "clicks" so we replicate our fast score increase for your MCAT score.
And this is how we'll make sure that happens...
We figured it out so you don't have to! Let us show you how to achieve your goal MCAT score.
How We'll Help You Achieve Your Competitive MCAT Score That Opens Med-School Doors
Proven Chem/Phys and Bio/Biochem Strategies
We'll show you how to strategically work through those long, confusing science passages. Everything from interpreting/analyzing the charts/tables/graphs to understanding the passages, questions, and answer choices in your first read.
Proven CARS Strategies
We'll show you simple tricks to start seeing through the boring, tricky CARS passages and answer choices. Improving your reading comprehension and critical thinking can be easier than you think and once you get this down, you'll do better in all the other sections of the MCAT, which will lead to a smooth ride to your competitive 511+ MCAT score!
Customized MCAT Study Plan and Schedule
There isn't one MCAT study "schedule" template that is right for everyone. Top scorers know this. But there is a right way to create one for yourself to guarantee MCAT success. We'll work with you to create your own individual, custom study plan, while tracking your progress along the way and making adjustments where necessary to ensure you achieve your score goal.
Master MCAT Content
Mastery of MCAT content is the first step towards a 511+ score. If you're struggling with any specific section(s), we'll make sure you understand it quickly. We'll especially help you get a strong grasp of all high yield topics that we know you're going to be tested on. We've mastered every single section on the MCAT and a lot of us even majored in Chem, Phys, and/or Bio!
Proven MCAT Practice & Review Strategies
A lot of premeds mess up MCAT practice because they don't know how or when to practice, yet this is the MOST IMPORTANT piece of the puzzle to a high MCAT score. We'll show you exactly how to go about it and also work through any practice questions you're struggling with. By working with us on practice questions, you'll understand the "511+ scorer way of thinking" and you'll never struggle with a similar question.
MCAT Success Mindset Strategies
We'll show you how to maintain a healthy mindset through MCAT prep. Know that we're your mentors who not only help you with MCAT content and strategy, but are also your motivational guides, your coaches that hold you accountable, your supportive friends, those who you can connect with and rely on to be there for you in the worst times, and your best times, as we all progress on our journey to becoming doctors!
Roselyn Giordano
3 time MCAT re-taker increased her score by 10+ points to a 513
I loved how [my tutor] explained and broke down each passage during the sessions we had. My weakest section was CARS and I honestly thought that I would never improve at all on this section and just felt overall lost while trying to understand passages. He showed me how to go into CARS with a strategy and really learn how to tackle the questions in this section. He even helped me set up a study schedule to ensure I was not falling behind in the other sections, and I thrived with this newfound structure and consistency.
I had taken the MCAT three times before I decided to start tutoring sessions and honestly, I wish I found MCAT Mastery earlier because I feel like it has changed my life. Taking the MCAT and seeing barely any score improvement really takes a toll on your mental wellbeing, and I felt like I lost all confidence in myself, almost like I was not smart enough to take this test.... I really was at my lowest point, and once [my tutor] began tutoring me, I saw an instant and exponential growth in how I was scoring in passages. In fact, just last week I took my first practice test and my overall score ended up being a 513 (127 chem/phys, 128 CARS, 129 bio/biochem, 129 psych/soc)!
It is also validating to know that the strategy in which I was approaching passages was the real reason for my lower scores, and not the actual amount of content I had been studying. My score has improved by at least ten points since having tutoring sessions with [my tutor]!
I loved how [my tutor] explained and broke down each passage during the sessions we had. My weakest section was CARS and I honestly thought that I would never improve at all on this section and just felt overall lost while trying to understand passages. He showed me how to go into CARS with a strategy and really learn how to tackle the questions in this section. He even helped me set up a study schedule to ensure I was not falling behind in the other sections, and I thrived with this newfound structure and consistency.
I had taken the MCAT three times before I decided to start tutoring sessions and honestly, I wish I found MCAT Mastery earlier because I feel like it has changed my life. Taking the MCAT and seeing barely any score improvement really takes a toll on your mental wellbeing, and I felt like I lost all confidence in myself, almost like I was not smart enough to take this test.... I really was at my lowest point, and once [my tutor] began tutoring me, I saw an instant and exponential growth in how I was scoring in passages. In fact, just last week I took my first practice test and my overall score ended up being a 513 (127 chem/phys, 128 CARS, 129 bio/biochem, 129 psych/soc)!
It is also validating to know that the strategy in which I was approaching passages was the real reason for my lower scores, and not the actual amount of content I had been studying. My score has improved by at least ten points since having tutoring sessions with [my tutor]!
When I was taking practice tests before I would probably score from 500-503 and it was so discouraging because I could not get this score to increase. However, since working with him, I have learned the techniques necessary to go about answering the questions correctly and efficiently. With the proper strategy to tackle the questions and passages, I feel like all the material I have studied for the MCAT is really being used and it shows in my score improvement!...
He created a comfortable environment to really discuss and troubleshoot all the problems I was having with the passages. I never felt uncomfortable discussing my flaws because he knew that I was willing to work to fix them, and he was so encouraging and supportive throughout this journey.
I felt like I regained my confidence, and [my tutor] was there alongside me always willing to help, and I really appreciate his efforts because he is just a great person overall! I really felt like MCAT Mastery was a last resort for me because I was struggling so much, but I am so happy that I tried out the tutoring sessions because I am seeing so much improvement!
I am not saying that going to these sessions guarantees a high score. What I am saying is that if you decide to invest in these resources, be prepared to work hard and remain open to change, because your score can only improve if you are willing to put the effort in to make it improve. I would definitely say that the money I have spent on this was worth every last penny though!
Who Should Work With Us To Achieve Their MCAT Score Goal Once And For All
This opportunity isn't for everyone. There isn't a lot of us and our time is limited. We want to only work with students who actually need the help...
This opportunity to work with us on your MCAT prep is for you if...
This opportunity isn't for you if...
MCAT Content + Strategy Focused Tutoring
The key to succeeding on the MCAT is mastering content AND strategy. Whichever you need help in, we will show you what to do to increase your MCAT score quickly.
MCAT Mentoring From Verified Top Scorers
All MCAT Mastery mentors have achieved top MCAT scores, so you know you can trust their advice to get your score to the med-school admission level.
Customized Guidance For Your Individual Needs
We don't follow any template. We build out our recommendations and guidance for your unique MCAT struggles, which once you tackle will automatically raise your score.
Focused On Convenience: Flexible Online Scheduling
You can schedule your sessions with us at your own individual convenience. Just want to meet when you hit a roadblock? That's fine! Plus, sessions are online so we can meet wherever you want!
The Most Affordable MCAT Tutoring Available
Too many organizations are taking advantage of this difficult time for premeds and are charging $200+ for an hour of tutoring. Even our most premium option is more reasonable than that!
We Prepare Before Every Session With You
We value your time. We want to make each session has high quality as possible. We want you to get the most for your time and money. This is why we prepare beforehand to make sure we can provide the solutions to your biggest struggles.
Guided AAMC Passage Walkthroughs
We'll go through AAMC Passages with you, showing you how to think through the passages, see through the questions, and pinpoint the right answer. You'll start to think like a top scorer when you're doing the exam on your own.
We Match You With The Perfect MCAT Tutor
We'll take into consideration all your struggles and match you with someone who is strongest in those areas so you have the highest chance of hitting your score goal! Is C/P your weakest section? We'll match you with a 129+ C/P scorer!
Focused On Your Super Fast Score Increase
This is what we care most about and what we're the best at. Seriously. We want to skyrocket your score as soon as possible. If that's what you want for yourself, then our visions are aligned and we can't wait to work with you!
Renata Buffalino
Increased her score from 503/505 to 511 in the last 2 weeks!
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I had done all the content review and practice tests necessary to succeed, but was still not reaching my target score. I consider myself a good test taker, but this was getting ridiculous.
I first emailed the MCAT Mastery Team in a total panic. I may have started with a 493, but I had my eye on a 512. Months dragged on and I shot up passed the 500 mark, then the 505 mark, but then that's where it all stopped short. I bounced around the 503-505 range for a few weeks and eventually was at my limit. Less than a month away from my test day, I started looking up tutors like my life depended on it. I even started to compromise my dream score, asking them if a 510 was even feasible for me at this stage.
That's when they assigned me to my tutor, who helped to calm the heck down. Not only did he help me with my problem areas and send me high-yield equation sheets, he helped me understand that what was really holding me back was my mental hang up on C/P. I was out of mind angry that this one section was going to blow my chances at almost every medical school I was interested in, despite me hammering it into my head for months on end.
My tutor helped me to see the math for what it is... my score started to skyrocket. I just got my official MCAT score back this week and I am proud to say I made it out with a 511 overall and a 126 C/P!
Thank you guys! You came in clutch when I needed you most.
Noah Gilreath
Increased his score from 498 to 510 in less than 30 days!
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Before I started meeting with a MCAT Mastery Tutor, my study schedule was very messy. I had no structure and would just study as much as I felt like doing. I was still spending a lot of time studying, but I was not doing the right things. I am a 24 year old who just recently graduated from College. This was an extremely stressful time. I have never been a good test taker and really struggled with the time pressure. Additionally, I often found myself second guessing myself and changing answers.
One thing that really helped me was that my tutor actually pulled up the AAMC question bank and would read a passage out loud and I was able to hear what the thought process of my tutor was. For me that was like okay now I understand how you tackle these questions, what to highlight, and how not to get bogged down... For me that really simplified things.
My tutor helped me with rewording the question and understand what is at the root of it, and that is something that helped me a ton. It also showed me that you didn't always necessarily need to know how to solve the problem but there are certain clues that you can use, if you knew enough of your content, to get an idea of how to narrow your answer choices.
My tutor also helped me with feeling confident... Before using the MCAT Mastery resources my CARS scores were very inconsistent. This was very frustrating for me. I found that often times I would go back and change some of my answers. If you are struggling with CARS section I would definitely recommend the CARS Mastery Course or getting a MCAT Mastery Tutor. These two things greatly helped me improve my score and I am sure the same would be true for you.
I was so desperate for anything that might help. Someone had mentioned that this was a good, affordable resource and they were spot on! The MCAT Mastery tutoring and courses are so encouraging and helpful. I wish I would have found this resource earlier in my study. These resources helped me improve me score by 12 points in one month.
New Bonus! Sign up for any 1:1 tutoring package and you will automatically be enrolled in attending FREE private MCAT group tutoring sessions with a different 515+ scoring MCAT Mastery Mentor, once a week every week, until the last test day of the year!
MCAT Mastery Tutoring Packages
We've all been in your shoes. It's time we help you step into ours.
3 SESSIONS
For you if you need a little help in some weak areas and ideally, your test date is very soon.
5 SESSIONS
For you if you need a slight increase and ideally, your test date is soon.
10 SESSIONS
For you if you're really struggling, need to skyrocket your score substantially AND fast + ideally your test is soon.
*Popular
15 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 5+ weeks away
*Popular
*Payment plan available for each package. Click 'Book Now' to see options. For interest-free buy now pay later ("Pay In 4" or "6-Month Credit") option, complete your checkout with PayPal. Learn more about this here.
20 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 10+ weeks away
25 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 15+ weeks away
*Popular
30 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 20+ weeks away
30+ SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 20+ weeks away
Contact us!
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Satisfaction-Guarantee
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We've wasted enough money ourselves on tutors who didn't deliver on results and we'd never want you to go through something like that. So if you are not satisfied with your tutor after the first session or even after the second session, we will give you your money back for all remaining sessions (as long as it's within 60 days of purchase and before the third session). Also if at any point you are not happy with any one of us as your tutor, we are happy to arrange to have you work with another MCAT Mastery tutor! No hard feelings :)
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MCAT Exam Day Mastery Course
2 modules | 10 video lessons from multiple 515+ scorers!
Getting a "lower than expected" official score and having to retake is almost always due to not being prepared for the unpredictable nature of MCAT exam day! These test day specific strategies from top MCAT scorers will ensure MCAT day will maximize your score, not diminish it!
Video topics include:
- Dealing With Hard Questions on Test Day
- How To Handle An Extremely Difficult Overall Exam On Test Day
- How To Prepare In The Final 24 Hours
- When To Void Versus Score Your Test
And more!
Retail Value: $97 (Yours Free!)
Members-Only Weekly Group Tutoring Sessions
Every week, once a week, until the last test day of the year, you're invited to join a 60-90 minute live group tutoring session with others who are also in the midst of MCAT prep! You can ask questions here, learn from other student questions, and get a refresher on how to approach tough MCAT passages through live passage breakdowns!
This is for members-only and each week, you'll learn from a different 515+ scoring MCAT mentor. This is like a FREE additional tutoring session every week, on top of the MCAT tutoring package you already signed up for!
Retail Value: $500+ (Yours Free!)
Vani Katta
Improved her MCAT score from 499 to 511 within 3 weeks!
" My tutor helped me practice improving on my CARS and BIO sections. By doing practice passages from AAMC, he helped me identify my weaknesses . My main frustration was that I was doing good on practice passages with good pace of timing, but not as great on Full length tests. I was able to overcome this with his help and support when he taught me to acknowledge that I did have good critical thinking and reasoning skills and I needed to trust my self to do better on practice tests. I learned to not let scores affect me and continued to practice more using tips and advice from him and my scores improved.
I feel more at peace now and learned to change my perspective of the MCAT and to take full length exams with more confidence. My CARS , BIO and CHEM scores improved. I went from 499 to 511 within 3 weeks on my practice tests.
MCAT Mastery provided really valuable information on how to study for MCAT and I was able to build a strong foundation in my understanding of content and critical thinking skills with a lot of practice. My tutor especially helped me find confidence multiple times through a frustrating process. I'm very grateful for finding the best advice and tips I ever received to improve on MCAT."
Your Next Steps To Start Working With Us And Get Your Score To A Level You Can Be Proud Of
Choose Your Preferred Tutoring Package
Based on how much of a score increase you need, if you're retaking or not, and how far your testing date is, choose a tutoring package that you feel is most applicable for you. Once you choose your package above, you'll be sent to the checkout page to enter your information and confirm your order. Really need guidance on how many sessions you need? Fill out the form at the end of this page. We're happy to help :)
Complete The Questionnaire
After you've made your purchase, we'll ask you questions about your weakest areas, strongest areas, when your test date is, if you've written before, what you're currently scoring, and a few more questions to get an idea of where you are so we can complete Step 3 (below).
Get Matched and Meet Your MCAT Tutor
Struggling with Chem/Phys the most? We'll get you a master of C/P! Struggling with CARS? We'll get you a CARS Master! Need a 20 point score increase? We'll get you someone who increased their MCAT score by 20 points in <6 weeks! You get the point. We'll try our best to match you with someone who has the highest likelihood of raising your score in the quickest amount of time!
Julia Deziel
MCAT re-taker increased her score from 508 to 515!
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I absolutely loved working with [my tutor]. She helped me hone helpful strategies section-by-section and provided me with the confidence I needed to score well. I'd taken the MCAT once before last year and got a 508, and I just received a 515 after working with her!
My original frustration was running out of time on the first section, and she was so helpful in helping me figure out how to better manage my time and do the math quickly. I also figured out how to master the memorization required for psych/soc. I am so thankful for MCAT Mastery and happy with my improved score!!
Lauren Sternberg
From 501 to 513 on the MCAT!
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MCAT Mastery helped me achieve a competitive score on the exam, and bolstered my confidence along the way. Throughout my studies, I used a variety of resources including an expensive prep course. But, the success I had working one-on-one with my tutor was much greater than any instruction I had prior. Not only did he share his knowledge about exam content with me, but his teaching methods made the material stick.
We reviewed numerous strategies for interpreting difficult passages as well. The emails also provided me with encouragement throughout my journey. I would definitely recommend MCAT Mastery’s services to anyone who is taking the MCAT!
Ready to meet your MCAT Strategy Mentor? We're excited to help you!
We Were In Your Shoes Once. We've Been Tutored Before... And We Barely Saw Any Results
It's true. Maybe you can relate...
Most of us paid a lot of money for expensive prep courses and tutoring, and we barely saw any results.
We now know what's missing with most other MCAT tutors and tutoring companies.
To name a few things:
To the last point: think about it, if you make slow progress in your score while getting tutored, that means you take more tutoring sessions, which means more of an income for your tutor.
This is why we think it's really rare to find reliable high-quality tutoring. If you haven't been in someone's shoes and struggled like them, it's hard to look beyond your own needs and feel compassion.
But our focus is different:
Our Commitment As Your Mentors
Our goal from the very first session is to supercharge your score improvement as quickly as possible - regardless of when your test date is. The sooner we can get you to your score goal, the sooner we can help someone else. We don’t have hundreds of tutors with ample availability. We're here with limited time as most of us are in med-school.
If you want us to hold your hand all throughout your MCAT prep, all the way until your MCAT test date itself, we can do that for you too if you really need it. But, our focus is really about speed.
This initiative is us giving back - not trying to overcharge you... (We'll save overcharging for when we're doctors 
(j/k!))
Unlike most companies, we’re not going to charge you $200+ per hour for a tutoring session (requiring you buy 40+ sessions to even get that price). Kaplan charges $250+. That’s kind of ridiculous.
Here’s what our packages look like:
New Bonus! Sign up for any 1:1 tutoring package and you will automatically be enrolled in attending FREE private MCAT group tutoring sessions with a different 515+ scoring MCAT Mastery Mentor, once a week every week, until the last test day of the year!
MCAT Mastery Tutoring Packages
We've all been in your shoes. It's time we help you step into ours.
3 SESSIONS
For you if you need a little help in some weak areas and ideally, your test date is very soon.
5 SESSIONS
For you if you need a slight increase and ideally, your test date is soon.
10 SESSIONS
For you if you're really struggling, need to skyrocket your score substantially AND fast + ideally your test is soon.
*Popular
15 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 5+ weeks away
*Popular
*Payment plan available for each package. Click 'Book Now' to see options. For interest-free buy now pay later ("Pay In 4" or "6-Month Credit") option, complete your checkout with PayPal. Learn more about this here.
20 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 10+ weeks away
25 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 15+ weeks away
*Popular
30 SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 20+ weeks away
30+ SESSIONS
For you if you need a complete hand-holding to your goal score all the way until your test date that is 20+ weeks away
Contact us!
*Payment plan available for each package. Click 'Book Now' to see options.
Satisfaction-Guarantee
Fully Protected by Our 100% Satisfaction-Guarantee.
100%
We've wasted enough money ourselves on tutors who didn't deliver on results and we'd never want you to go through something like that. So if you are not satisfied with your tutor after the first session or even after the second session, we will give you your money back for all remaining sessions (as long as it's within 60 days of purchase and before the third session). Also if at any point you are not happy with any one of us as your tutor, we are happy to arrange to have you work with another MCAT Mastery tutor! No hard feelings :)
Zina Arkhipenko
From barely a 500 to 510 (+ improved confidence!)
"My tutor was very personable and relatable. I found his suggestions quite helpful... Now, I am feeling a lot more confident in myself and am not fearing it. I would recommend my tutor, but I would probably suggest more than just 5 hours. Ultimately, I think that I just needed more time and practice.
I simply needed the extra time and practice and am now feeling 100X more confident in myself. I was barely scraping a 500 and after taking a practice MCAT yesterday, I have achieved a 510.
I am hoping for further improvement!"
Emilia Chapa
From 501 to 511 on practice test in one month!
My tutor was PHENOMENAL!! I got into a rut during studying where a month before my exam I scored a 501 which was 3 points lower than my highest score of a 504.
[My tutor] gave me the strategy and confidence I needed to perform better on practice exams with my highest being a 511. I just received my results and I got a 508 which I am happy with!
She helped me recognize where weak spots were and helped give me useful CARS strategy and overall lifestyle tips for pre-test day!
The MCAT Journey Is Lonely And Stressful... Until It Clicks And You See Your Score Rise
No one understood us, which made it extra hard to keep trying to beat the MCAT.
Friends and family couldn’t understand why ‘one exam’ was taking so long to study for, why it was so draining…
It felt lonely at times not being able to express your frustration to those who care about you the most, because the ones who care about you the most, worry about you the most!
And we didn't want to worry them, let alone let their worry and negative energy surround us during this already-stressful time.
It was stressful especially because of all the pressure, all the fears which stayed with many of us 24/7, eating at our confidence, our motivation, and our ability to study at our highest potential...
All of this and more lasted until something clicked for all of us (at different times in our own individual MCAT journey) where we realized there is a particular way to study and prepare for this type of exam.
It doesn't really matter when it "clicks" for you during MCAT prep; for some of us, it clicked 2 months before test dates, for others it clicked 2 weeks before test date! But the result was the same:
Scores skyrocketing beyond the competitive 511 mark!
When we saw our scores improve consistently, our confidence returned, the anxiety diminished, med-school admission was now closer than ever before.
What we realized was that it all boils down to two key phases to mastering the MCAT...
Salma Elsheikh
Improved her B/B score from 28% to 90% | Scored 508 | Achieved med-school admission
"I could not have asked for a better tutor. I could not have improved my score in such a short time without your help and I recommend you to every person I know preparing to take the MCAT.
I am a retaker... I had only 5 weeks to study again and I wasn't sure if I would be able to increase my score enough in that short period of time. My biggest struggle while studying was going through it alone and not having anyone to talk to that would help me understand what I'm doing wrong and how I could change my studying to prepare better.
I liked that my tutor understood what I was going through and gave me specific advice based on my individual situation. We also focused on my stress levels and overall mental health while preparing for the exam which helped me tremendously. I would definitely recommend my tutor to everyone.
Even though I wish I had gotten a 510, I was still proud with the improvement that I made in the short amount of time that I gave myself and I am now proud to say that I will be starting medical school this summer. I increased in the bio/biochem section by 6 points and went from the 28% to the 90% in that section!
I would encourage everyone to get help as soon as they realize that they are struggling and not to wait or try to figure it out on your own. The exam tests you on how prepared you are to take THIS exam and not on how well you know the content or how good of a potential medical student you are."
Molly Cherny
First MCAT: 497, Second MCAT: 508 (Her Target Score!)
"I took the MCAT one year ago after not studying very much, and this time around wanted to be sure I could walk out of the test knowing I did all I could do to get a higher score. I was very frustrated and contemplating if this was really something I could do before getting a tutor...
My biggest score improvement in practice tests came in Chem/Phys, and I do not think it was just based on content. My tutor helped me simplify things so that I could better use the concepts, and better understand the "type" of question being asked. Especially with passages, he focused on not trying to understand figures and graphs until I was asked about them, in an effort to save time. This was very helpful.
In CARS, I was very inconsistent with my scores, and after practicing them over and over, sometimes spending an entire tutor session on just CARS passages, I was better able to identify wrong answer choices, and focused on not second guessing. A lot of the questions I was getting wrong were ones that I changed to my second choice.
I would recommend my tutor because he is relatable, and never made me feel dumb or like I was crazy. That might sound casual but a huge part of my journey was me putting myself down and losing hope, when he was there to make sure I stayed on track and encouraged positivity and making sure I was finding techniques that helped me succeed.
Before working with my tutor I did not maximize my study time nor did I focus on self care. I was scoring anywhere from 495-502, and felt no matter how long I spent going over my practice questions or tests, I still didn't "get it". My tutor helped me to maximize my study time by having a realistic schedule, and taught me to effectively review wrong answers. My last 2 practice test scores before my real exam were 508 and 509!"
Update: Molly achieved 508 on the real MCAT (her target score!)
The Two Phases To A 511+ MCAT Score
We realized our process of studying was wrong.
The MCAT studying and testing mistakes we were constantly making were the same mistakes almost every premed makes because we've all written similar college exams and we all have similar methods to study to do well on THOSE types of exams...
BUT the MCAT is a different monster and we guarantee you’re making the same mistakes as everyone else if your score isn’t where you want it to be.
We need to break our old study habits that worked for college exams but don't work for the MCAT (or med-school exams - which is why AAMC makes us write the MCAT in the first place!)
Essentially, there are two phases to a competitive MCAT score...
Each has to be mastered using strategy:
Phase One: Mastering MCAT Content
The amount of material to study for the MCAT is so overwhelming and unlike anything we're used to retaining. It's worse if you haven't recently taken any science courses.
Having a solid foundation of Bio, Chem, Physics, and Psych/Soc before testing is essential but it seems like only a small fraction of premeds can handle it. Plus, most have no idea what the "right amount" to study is, what unnecessary details to avoid, and what to focus on. Most have no idea that "memorizing" everything is not enough, you need to deeply understand the material in order to apply it on exams.
We struggled with these same challenges, but realized it's possible to get a strong grasp of all the required content using the right content review strategies.
Phase Two: Mastering MCAT Test-Taking
The length of the MCAT, the confusing passages, the random figures/charts, the trap answer choices, the nervousness when taking practice tests, maintaining focus throughout...
These are just a tiny fraction of the MANY obstacles that make the MCAT brutal and keeps scores down.
CARS also falls into this phase because you don't have to have any knowledge before doing a CARS passage. All the answers are in the passage. It's all about how you think through it. Which is why they say that if you can master CARS, you won't have a big problem with other sections.
Without getting this phase down, mastering the content will yield you below average scores. This is the main area most students are struggling with. This especially requires strategy to master.
We'll work with you one-on-one and show you the right process, the right mindset, the right methods to master both phases.
We'll help you:
There are so many more MCAT content and test-taking factors we need to work with you on to increase your score quickly, and we can go on listing them...
Alisha Belsare
From 499 to 510 in the last 4 weeks!
"I worked with [my tutor] for about a month leading up to my MCAT date. I had taken the MCAT earlier this summer and received a 499 (C/P , and felt really discouraged by this score because I was not improving on any of the practice tests.
With [my tutor], he took the time to make a study schedule so that I stayed on track and we focused on improving strategies for tackling the passages. A lot of my mistakes came from approaching the problems incorrectly, and so going through these problems with him showed me where I was messing up and how I could fix those errors.
He helped me increase my score from a 499 to a 510 by working with me to improve my test-taking strategies mainly. After months of studying on my own without seeing any improvement, I largely credit his help for the increase in my score!
Chanel Labasan
Non-traditional student and retaker improved her B/B and CARS score
"I am a non-traditional student who will be applying to medical school 7 years after graduating... Without a significant hard sciences background, I was intimidated by the MCAT and the kind of studying that was required of me to excel on the test. I took the MCAT the first time in 2019 after many months of studying... I was not happy with my score that I ended up getting and I was frustrated that the many, many hours of hard work that I had put in did not come to fruition...
I knew that I would have to do something differently with my study routine in order to see new results with my retake. I felt that incorporating tutoring would be the best option, as I wanted one-on-one attention and advice from a peer who had successfully taken the MCAT...
With regards to our work in tutoring sessions, my tutor has given me some effective tools for how to approach reading passages in the CARS section which has lent itself to knowing how to identify the best answers to the questions. This strategy has also helped in how I approach all of the sections...
... I believe that my Bio/Biochem score has become stronger, as I was scored a 125 on my MCAT and my practice tests are reflecting scores around 128 +/- 2 points. As for CARS, this is a little more elusive, but I scored a 124 on the test and my practice scores have ranged from 125-127.
My tutor is encouraging, allows tutees to guide the sessions, and does her best to provide resources and tangible techniques for how to approach the different sections of the test. Overall, I have had a positive experience and feel more confident.
I have had a positive experience with my tutor, as well as the MCAT Mastery team... Everyone that I have connected with on the MCAT Mastery Team, from tutors to admin, have been warm and encouraging which I very much appreciate given that this process is often stressful. I also appreciate that the MCAT Mastery Team are offering students tutoring at reasonable prices as compared to other test prep companies, as the medical school process is already very expensive.
Working with a tutor has helped me build confidence, and when you build confidence in your ability to read the numerous passages on the test and answering questions that is when you will start to see score improvements...
We Didn't Have Anyone To Show Us The Correct Way To Study For The MCAT... But You Have Us!
If you’re serious about getting into med-school…
If becoming a doctor is your dream…
If you can taste how close you are to achieving it if you just get over this ONE barrier…
Don’t waste any more time. We already wasted enough time trying to figure it out ourselves.
We wish we had been in your shoes right now, having this option to just fast-track and get all the proven methods of improving your MCAT score from someone who already figured it out.
We wouldn’t have had to retake, push back dates - we wouldn’t have suffered all the stress, we wouldn’t have had to breakdown in tears after seeing the results of those practice tests we had high hopes for.
We wouldn’t have had to risk our future and everything we’ve worked hard for and spent so much money on.
We wouldn’t have had to see and deal with the heavy pressure 24/7 that we placed on ourselves, that we felt from parents, that we felt from all our friends who were actually doing better than us and progressing faster.
Most importantly, we wouldn’t have had to do it all alone.
We’re here for you.
You deserve to be a doctor.
You deserve to help people and make a positive difference in other’s lives.
You deserve to BE HELPED at an AFFORDABLE rate so you can live your dream.
The MCAT shouldn't have the power to stop you from getting there...
We hope to support you on this journey if you need it, and if you let us 
You got this,
The MCAT Mastery Team
Your MCAT Success Mentors
Huda Mahmood
"Before I started tutoring, I kept getting constant scores that were below 500. I tried a couple of different techniques before signing up with tutoring, but none of them seemed to work. One of the major things I learned from [my tutor] is that I am capable of getting a good score, a score close to my target.
We mainly worked on CARS, as that is what I was most struggling with. She helped me to quickly learn techniques of how to answer questions... She also helped me with med-school admission/application coaching! I was getting anywhere from 488-495's. Now I am scoring between 505-509."
Renata Buffalino
"I come with GREAT news!! MCAT scores came out yesterday and I am euphoric!! I absolutely cannot BELIEVE I got a full 2 points higher than my highest practice test, WITH a 131 in Psych to boot! I couldn't have done it without your mental attitude coaching and little tips/tricks. This score officially puts me on the map for most of the schools I applied to, and definitely competitive for my safety schools. Thank you so, so, so much for everything. You helped me to leap over my mental blockage when I was the biggest thing holding myself back. You are a lifesaver! I feel like I can finally sleep peacefully now. This is a victory for both of us!!"
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Saleha Minhas
Improved her MCAT score and got accepted to her top choice program!
"I was struggling specifically with the chem/phys and bio sections before I started working with my tutor. I didn't really know how to approach these sections, and I tended to get overwhelmed reading the passages with the many details provided and sort of get into a negative mindset where I would convince myself that I didn't know enough to answer the questions.
Working with my tutor was very helpful because he was able to show me his thought process when going through the passages and the questions which was one of the most valuable aspects for me. I was able to think out loud when working through the passages and he could correct my line of logic and teach me the right approach. I started to see more patterns in the way the questions were asked and how the passages were worded which helped me a lot.
I think one huge thing is that if you have been studying for a while and have reviewed all the content and your score is stagnant, It might be a good idea to get tutoring or assistance because the problem is likely just the way you are approaching the questions, which can be fixed through working with an experienced tutor.
The chem/phys section was my weakest sections on practice exams. I would usually score somewhere around a 121-123 range, but on the actual exam I scored a 126 on this section. I got tutoring pretty close to my test date, and only purchased a few hours, but still saw a significant improvement!
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