MCAT Tips and Strategies

Approach the test with a plan
Spend enough time preparing that you know where your strengths and weaknesses lie. Having this kind of understanding can help you decide where to focus your energies. Work first on questions that deal with your strengths and make sure to answer them correctly. Then move on to questions that are more challenging for you. The only way you'll be able to use your time wisely is to know where your abilities are beforehand.
Be well-rehearsed
Practice makes permanence! If you set aside time in a quiet place to take some practice MCAT exams, you'll be ready for the rigors of sitting in a chair and focusing on test material for a few hours. You can also use this opportunity to assess where you need to spend more time studying.
Be ready for test conditions
It's a good idea to dress in layers and bring a sweater or sweatshirt because the temperature in the testing room may be warmer or colder than you anticipated. You may also want to bring snacks and water in case you get hungry or thirsty. Although you are not allowed to bring food or drink into the testing room, you can store it in a locker along with your other personal items and eat or drink during the break times.
Make sure you answer all the questions
You don't get penalized for incorrect answers, so always choose something, even if you have to guess.

Know your science
Make a concentrated effort to determine everything you don't know that might be tested. MCAT questions will often ask you to apply and interpret what you know. If you don't have the necessary basic knowledge and understanding, then you won't be able to apply it in different situations and problems.
Practice applying what you know
Remember, MCAT science passages will usually task you with applying basic principles. Learning what's in a textbook isn't enough - you've got to have practice applying it in different ways.