The 2026 MCAT exam registration opening will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 12 p.m. ET. Visit our website for early information about opening day, tips to navigate registration, the 2026 testing calendar, and more. We will post more detailed information about available test dates on opening day in the coming weeks. Sign up for updates to receive future announcements on registration and the testing year.
The MCAT Registration System will remain open for scheduling after opening day for examinees who are not yet ready to schedule their exam.
Here are a few things you can do now if you plan on registering for your exam on opening day:
- Familiarize Yourself with the Testing Calendar: If you are planning to take the MCAT exam in 2026, review the testing calendar and determine when you will plan to take your exam. The 2026 MCAT testing year runs from January to September, including one test date in February based on feedback from examinees and prehealth advisors. Visit our website to see the full calendar.
- Register for the MCAT Testing Year Update Webinar for Examinees: Join us Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 3 p.m. ET to learn about updates to the 2026 MCAT testing year, the registration process, and MCAT preparation resources to help you get ready for the exam. Register today. This webinar will be recorded and distributed via email to registrants.
- Apply for Fee Assistance: If you are interested in applying to the AAMC Fee Assistance Program, please allow at least five business days for your application to be reviewed before you register. Fee Assistance Program benefits are not retroactive, which means you must be approved before you register for the MCAT exam. Learn more about the AAMC Fee Assistance Program benefits and eligibility requirements.
Looking for tips to help you prepare for the upcoming registration? These articles have some useful tips to make your registration process go as smoothly as possible:
- Tips for Registration Opening Day 2026
- When Is the Right Time to Take the MCAT Exam? Three Questions to Ask Yourself
Scheduling your MCAT Exam with Accommodations
Advance scheduling for the 2026 testing year will be available for examinees with approved accommodations. If you have approved accommodations, you can expect to receive an email notification from Pearson VUE with instructions for submitting accommodations scheduling requests. If you did not receive this email from Pearson VUE, please contact accommodations@aamc.org.
Questions about MCAT registration?
- Contact us: www.aamc.org/contactmcat, 202-828-0600
- Visit our website and read the FAQs: www.aamc.org/mcat
- Accommodations: accommodations@aamc.org
Coming Soon: MCAT Official Prep Updates
We are excited to announce several updates to the AAMC MCAT Official Prep portfolio. On Sept. 26, the AAMC will launch a new, low-cost MCAT Official Prep Practice Exam and update our free resources to help you prepare for test day. Learn more about the new products and enhancements on our website. Don’t forget to sign up to receive updates on preparation and testing year information.
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