For you to decide on a MCAT test date, you have to consider how much time you need for preparation. Plan ahead – completing your MCAT would help ease out your application process. You can then refocus & dedicate your time for your personal statement and/or gain practical experiences in the health professions.
There are 19 MCAT testing dates between January and September 2022.
MCAT Registration
January – June 2022 Test Dates
Registration Open – October 2021
July – September 2022 Test Dates
Registration Open – February 2022
Registration Fees
Examinees testing outside the United States, Canada, or U.S. territories will also be charged a $120 international fee in addition to the initial registration fee. International fees are nonrefundable upon registration cancellation.
Registration Fees (USD)* |
Standard Registration - $325 |
Fee Assistance Program Registration - $130 |
Here are the recommended steps by AAMC:
- Fill out the first five tabs in the MCAT Registration System before opening day.
- Watch a brief video on the MCAT Registration System to learn more.
- Review the 2022 MCAT testing calendars.
- Read these top 10 tips for registration.
Rescheduling & Cancellation of MCAT Exam Date
You can make changes to your exam up to 10 days before your exam date, however there are rescheduling and cancellation fees. Rescheduling is no longer an option less than 10 days before your exam.
Standard Change Fees (USD) |
| Date and/or Test Center Reschedule Fee | Cancellation Refund |
60 or more days before exam | $50 | $160 |
30-59 days before exam | $100 | $160 |
10-29 days before exam | $200 | $0 |
MCAT Test Dates 2022
Month | Dates |
January | January 14, January 15, January 20 |
March | March 12, March 25 |
April | April 8, April 9 |
May | May 13, May 14, May 19 |
June | June 4, June 17 |
July | July 16 |
August | August 5, August 7, August 20, August 26, August 27 |
September | September 1, September 2 |
AAMC will announce specific dates and times, as well as any policy changes, in advance of each registration opening.