The Premed Playbook Guide to the MCAT: Maximize Your Score, Get Into Med School

by Ryan Gray MD (Author), Next Step Test Prep (Author)

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Did you know that the MCAT (and more importantly, your MCAT score) is one of the biggest determinants of whether or not you are going to get into medical school? Every year, we talk to students who underestimate the MCAT and do poorly, severely hindering their ability to get into medical school their first time applying.

The Premed Playbook: Guide to the MCAT gives you the high yield information that you need to know so that you understand what to expect when registering for the MCAT, buying MCAT books and other prep material, looking at MCAT prep courses, finding your MCAT study group, and creating your studying plan. (Use the promo code in the book to save on Next Step's MCAT test prep materials too!) As soon as you know you have to take the MCAT, you need this book. With a solid plan to prep for the MCAT, you can take your application from something that may get overlooked to one that grabs the attention of admission committee members and gets you an interview and an acceptance.

Expert Advice: With over ten years experience in MCAT test prep, Next Step Test Prep helps half of all students taking the MCAT every year. Dr. Ryan Gray has been helping students on their journey to medical school through The MCAT Podcast, co-hosted by Next Step Test Prep, The Premed Years, and other podcasts and services at Medical School Headquarters.

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Dr. Ryan Gray is a former United States Air Force Flight Surgeon who found a passion for helping premed students on their journey to medical school. Best known for his podcasts, which have been downloaded over 3,000,000 times, Dr. Gray has interviewed numerous Admissions Committee members and deans of admissions for medical schools. Through The Premed Years podcast and the Medical School Headquarters sites, Dr. Gray has helped thousands of students gain the confidence they require to successfully navigate the premed path. Dr. Gray lives outside of Boulder, CO with his wife Allison, who is a Neurologist, and their daughter Hannah. Dr. Gray is also a Clinical Instructor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Check out all of Dr. Gray's books at premedplaybook.com. If you'd like Dr. Gray to speak to your premed club or at your conference, send an email to team@medicalschoolhq.net. Next Step Test Preparation is the national leader in MCAT tutoring, courses, and practice exams. Last year 1/2 of all MCAT students used a Next Step resource to help prepare for the exam.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Next Step Test Preparation LLC (May 14, 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 178 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1944935282
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1944935283
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.45 x 9 inches

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Timothy Park

I paid ten dollars for them to sell me Next Step products

Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2019

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I liked the author's personal statement book so i went out on a limb and purchased this MCAT prep book.

This book is completely different than his personal statement book, in that it is a rather thorough advertisement for purchasing his Next Step products.

It seems like after every main section, the author pushes the reader to purchase Next Step products. Like this section on page 36, urging the reader to get a refund from any previous courses taken to purchase the Next Step course,

"If you didn't use a prep course before, now may be the time to look into it. Next Step offers their MCAT Course which includes several live office hours every week. If you did use a course, you might be able to get a refund and use that money for one-on-one tutoring from Next Step."

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Reza Abdavies

Wallet Friendly MCAT Guide

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2020

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Purchased this not too long ago since I have so much free time now, with college being over and working less. Of course I’m planning to go to medical school after college. I figured I should start early understanding the MCAT and how it plays a roll in admissions. Now, as a person who has always wanted to become a doctor, I have known about the medical school admissions process and what the MCAT is, but “knowledge about things in life are important.” So far, I have only read up to chapter 2. Now you might be thinking, why did I write a review without completely finishing this book and here’s why, I’ll break it down quick:

1. The book is short, 164 pages from the first actual chapter to the last. I skimmed through this book and I really like the headings in each chapter. The author ( who is a MD) portrays these headings as potential questions that one might have about the MCAT and medical school application/admissions. So, in a way, you will know what the chapter or specific paragraph from that section will be about.

2. Just from reading, chapters 1&2, this author is thorough/detailed and most likely this will continue throughout the book. At the same time the author manages to get to the point of each section.

3. Not only the author talks about the MCAT but also talks about medical school admissions real quick in the first chapter.

4. The author does a great job explaining what the MCAT is in chapters 1&2. It is noted what MCAT stands for, when to take it, cost, scoring, etc. Towards the middle/end there are some general sample questions with the answers below them, but these are mainly for the author to explain what potential questions you will see on the actual MCAT and how they are phrased. Also, the author has some resources that come with the book, located at the end of the book. Definitely use these resources to get started.

In general, I’m thankful to have come across this book. I will continue to read this book to really have solid foundation of what the MCAT is and to maximize my chances of scoring high (of course this is done through practice/studying). One advice that I can give the next person who is reading through this comment is that, as you read the book take short notes either in the book or on a separate piece of paper. This is so that Incase you want to refresh your memory, you won’t have to read the whole section again. At the same time this will show that you understand what that section is about. Finally, I’ll leave you with this, this book wasn’t that expensive and so far from reading chapters 1&2, I am writing a review so it should tell how good this book is. As well as don’t go spending crazy money on other books about the MCAT, when you can buy this book which is budget friendly and detailed with other resources at the end of the book.

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JeffreyS

Very useful for strategy

Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2019

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This book provides specific strategy on how to approach, study, and be ready for test day. Overall, compared to the author's excellent book on the personal statement, its not quite top notch, but it is worth buying and having if you need help with strategy.

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Debbie Christy

Every Pre-Med should Own This!

Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2021

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If you are a pre-med student, or aspiring to become a physician, you NEED this book! Dr. Gray is awesome and this book provides a ton of helpful information!

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Good book for the price!

Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2019

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Book showed up in good condition, which I appreciate, but the content itself was great! For how short of a book it is, it teaches a lot of good studying and test taking tips and tricks, so I would recommend it to any pre-med.

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Lydia Martinez

This book was very helpful in understanding the ins and ...

Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2018

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This book was very helpful in understanding the ins and outs of the logistics MCAT (Although it is not a MCAT prep book). It gives a lot more insight and advice than mere quick google searches. I really enjoyed its honest and straight-to-the-point style. It is definitely a must-read for pre-med students (both trad and non-trad)!

If you're looking for other helpful pre-med books, Dr. Gray's other book in the series (The Premed Playbook Guide to the Medical School Interview) is also definitely worth checking out.

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Davit

A very good book in combination with the official AAMC guide

Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2018

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A very good book in combination with the official AAMC guide. Pretty good at telling you what to expect and how to get ready efficiently. Dr Gray is an amazing individual he gives you solid advice in all his books. Also contains a u bunch of NextStep problem and passage samples if you're into NextStep. Totally recommend it to anyone who needs an advice about MCAT. As always Dr Gray does not disappoint.

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Modern Reviewer

Great!

Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2018

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Great resource for premed students that know what the MCAT is but don’t really know the specifics. I love that there were sample questions and how to go about answering them. Quick read + great price.

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Joy Brown

Perfect MCAT helper

Reviewed in Canada on May 1, 2020

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Working towards my goal of entering medical school. Read the sample on kindle and loved the content. Also I’m a huge fan of the podcast so buying this was a no brainer. Definitely answers a lot of questions in regards to the MCAT! Perfect book for the student starting their mes school journey!

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