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MCAT Canada Registration - Information for Canadian Test Registrants

Upcoming MCAT Test Dates Across Canada

The MCAT exam is offered at various centres in Canada from the end of January to early September. An individual can only register for one test session and can take the exam a maximum of three times a year. Students are recommended to register at least 60 days prior to their preferred exam date.

Students can register for the MCAT by visiting www.aamc.org/mcat.

For further information regarding location or scheduling, contact the MCAT office by mail or phone:

Association of American Medical Colleges
Medical College Admission Test
2450 N St., NW
Washington, DC 20037
202-828-0690
mcat@aamc.org

The following chart outlines MCAT test dates for 2010, Registration Deadlines, and the Score Release Schedule.

Test Date (2010)

Registration Opens

Regular Registration
Closes*
11:59 p.m. EST

 

Late Registration
Closes **
11:59 p.m. EST

Tentative Score
Release Date
After 5 p.m. EST

Friday, January 29 November 2, 2009 January 15, 2010 January 22, 2010 March 2, 2010
Saturday, January 30 November 2 January 16 January 23 March 2
Saturday, March 27 November 2 March 13 March 20 April 27
Saturday, April 10 November 2 March 27 April 3 May 11
Saturday, April 17 November 2 April 3 April 10 May 18
Friday, April 23 November 2 April 9 April 16 May 25
Saturday, May 1 November 2 April 17 April 24 June 1
Friday, May 21 November 2 May 7 May 14 June 22
Saturday, May 22 November 2 May 8 May 15 June 22
Thursday, May 27 November 2 May 13 May 20 June 29
Thursday, June 17 February 23, 2010 June 3, 2010 June 10, 2010 July 20, 2010
Thursday, July 8 February 23 June 24 July 1 August 10
Friday, July 16 February 23 July 2 July 9 August 17
Thursday, July 29 February 23 July 15 July 22 August 31
Friday, July 30 February 23 July 16 July 23 August 31
Wednesday, August 4 February 23 July 21 July 28 September 7
Thursday, August 5 February 23 July 22 July 29 September 7
Thursday, August 12 February 23 July 29 August 5 September 14
Friday, August 13 February 23 July 30 August 6 September 14
Thursday, August 19 February 23 August 5 August 12 September 21
Friday, August 20 February 23 August 6 August 13 September 21
Tuesday, August. 24 February 23 August 10 August 17 September 28
Thursday, September 2 February 23 August 19 August 26 October 5
Friday, September 3 February 23 August 20 August 27 October 5
Thursday, September 9 February 23 August 26 September 2 October 12
Saturday, September 11 February 23 August 28 September 4 October 12

 

Morning administration:
8 a.m.
Afternoon administration:
1 p.m.
Two administrations:
8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

* Regular Registration Closes: Last date for initial registration without late fee and last date for changes to initial registration (including cancellations).
** Late Registration Closes: Last date for initial registration (late fee assessed).

Canadian Test Centres

Ontario

Dewey College, 5889 Coopers Ave, 2nd Floor, Mississauga, ON L4Z1P9

Trios, 55 City Centre Dr. , Mississauga, ON L5B1M3

MCAT Only, 2570 Matheson Blvd East, Suite 116 , Mississauga, ON L4W4Z3

Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre, 6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N2L3

Prometric Test Center, 4 Hughson St. S., 5th floor Trios Office, Hamilton, ON L8N3Z1

Trios, 4 Hughson St. S , 5th Floor, Hamilton, ON L8N3Z1

Prometric Test Center , 445 King Street West, Kitchener, ON N2G1C2

Trios, 445 King St. W , Kitchener, ON N2G1C2

Prometric Test Center, 520 First Street, Bay 1, London, ON N5V3C6

Trios, 520 First St. , Bay 1, London, ON N5V3C6

Event Testing, 8500 Warden Avenue , Hilton Suites/Markham Conf. Centre, Markham, ON L6G1A5

Prometric Test Center, 5303 Canotek Road, Shefford Plaza Unit 2, Ottawa, ON K1J9M2

MCAT Testing Center, Willis Colllege, 85 O’Connor Street , Ottawa, ON K1P5M6

Embassy West Hotel & Conference Centre, 1400 Carling Avenue , Ottawa, ON K1Z7L8

Country Inn and Suites – Ottawa West, 578 Terry Fox Drive, Kanata, ON K2L4G8

Willis College , 85 O'Connor St., Ottawa, ON K1P5M6

Test Center, 11 Holland Ave. Suite 100, Ottawa, ON K1Y4S1

Trios, 425 Bloor St. East, Suite 200 , Toronto, ON M4W3R4

Prometric Test Center , 425 Bloor St. East, Suite 202, Toronto, ON M4W3R4

Canadian Business College, 2 Bloor St West, 22nd Floor, Toronto, ON M4W3E2

Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road, Toronto, ON M9W1J1

MCAT Only, 265 Rimrock Road, Suite 211 , Toronto, ON M3J3C6

Nordic College of Business and Technology, 222 Dixon Road, Toronto, ON M9P3S5

Canadian Business College, 2 Bloor St West, 22nd Floor, Toronto, ON M4W3E2

Prometric Test Center, 4580 Dufferin St., 6th Floor, Toronto, ON M3H5Y2

Willis College , 3080 Yonge St., Suite #3040, Toronto, ON M4N3N1

Prometric Testing Center, 36 Victoria St., Toronto, ON M5C1H3

Nordic College, 222 Dixon Rd, Toronto, ON M9P3S5

Willis College , 3080 Yonge St., Suite 3040, Toronto, ON M4N3N1

MCAT Testing Centre, 2061 McCowan Road, Suite 207 , Scarborough, ON M1S3Y6

British Columbia

Prometric Test Center, 454-4800 Kingsway, Metrotown Cambridge College, Burnaby, BC V5H4J2

Executive Hotel and Conference Centre Burnaby , 4201 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby, BC V5C3Y6

Executive Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre, 405 North Rd. , Coquitlam, BC V3K3V9

Event Testing, 19500 Langley Bypass, Hampton Inn Suites Surrey/Langley, Surrey , BC V3S7R2

ETS – University of Victoria, 3800 Finnerty Road, Campus Services Bldg. Room 135, Victoria, BC V8W3P1

Holiday Inn Victoria , 3020 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC V8T5B5

Test Center, Sprott Shaw College, 2621 Douglas St. 2nd Floor, Victoria, BC V8T4M2

Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre, 711 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z3Y2

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport, 3233 St. Edwards Drive, Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport, Richmond, BC V6X3K4

Best Western Vancouver Airport Hotel, 7551 Westminster Highway, Richmond, BC V6X1A3

Alberta

Prometric Test Center , 2635 37th Ave. NE, Suite 215, Calgary, AB T1Y5Z6

Deerfoot Inn, 11500 - 35 Street SE, Calgary , AB T2Z3W4

Holiday Inn - Calgary -Macleod Trail South, 4206 Macleod Trail, Calgary, AB T2G2R7

Travelodge Hotel Calgary Airport , 2750 Sundrige Blvd. NE, Calgary, AB T1Y3C2

Prometric Test Center, 6715 177th St. NW, Co-Located w/ Sylvan Learning Ctr., Edmonton, AB T5T4K3

Holiday Inn Convention Centre Edmonton , 4520 - 76 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6B0A5

Ramada Hotel and Conference Center Edmonton, 11834 Kingsway, 119th Street and Kingsway, Edmonton, AB T5G3J5

Manitoba

Prometric Test Center, 200 Meadowood Drive, Unit 17, Winnipeg, MB R2M5G3

Winnipeg College, 696 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3G0M6

The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, Winnipeg , MB R3C0R3

Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown, 280 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C0B8

Delta Hotel Winnipeg , 350 St. Mary Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C3J2

Quebec

Prometric Test Center, 800 Rene Levesque West, Suite 1530, Montreal, QB H3B1X9

Nexient, 800 Rene Levesque Blvd. West, Suite 990 , Montreal , QB H3B1X9

Holiday Inn Midtown Montreal , 420 Sherbrooke W. HWY 2, Montreal, QB H3A1B4

Saskatchewan

Prometric Test Center, 407 1st. Ave. North, Saskatoon, SK S7K1X5

Ramada Hotel, 806 Idylwyld Drive North , Idylwyld Drive and 29th Street, Saskatoon, SK S7L0Z6

Nova Scotia

Hilton Garden Inn, 200 Pratt & Whitney Drive , Hilton Garden Inn, Halifax, NS B2T0A2

Prometric Test Center , 6440 Quinpool Rd., Halifax, NS B3L1A8

Future Inns Halifax Hotel, 30 Fairfax Drive , Halifax, NS B3S1P1

Newfoundland

Prometric Test Center, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Division of Lifelong Learning Management Building, St. Johns, NL A1C5S7

New Brunswick

Ramada Hotel, 480 Riverside Drive, Fredericton , NB E3A8C2

WU Conference Centre, University of New Brunswick , 6 Duffie Drive, Fredericton, NB E3B5A3


MCAT Test Fees for Canadian Registrants

The following table summarizes the MCAT fees and services. Acceptable payment includes U.S. funds only by Visa or Mastercard.

Regular registration applies to registrants in Canada and the U.S. For more information regarding registration fees, fee assistance program, and penalties pertaining to cancellation, visit the official website at: http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/reserving/fees.htm

Regular Registration

$230

International Test Site

$ 65

Late Registration

$ 55

Date Reschedule

$ 55

Change of Test Centre

$ 55


About the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges)

The AAMC serves and leads the academic medicine community to improve the health of all.

The AAMC represents all 131 accredited U.S. and 17 accredited Canadian medical schools; approximately 400 major teaching hospitals and health systems, including 68 Department of Veterans Affairs medical centres; and nearly 90 academic and scientific societies. Through these institutions and organizations, the AAMC represents 125,000 faculty members, 75,000 medical students, and 106,000 resident physicians.

The vision of the AAMC and its members is a healthy nation and world in which:

  • America 's system of medical education, through continual renewal and innovation, prepares physicians and scientists to meet the nation's evolving health needs;
  • the nation's medical students, biomedical graduate students, residents, fellows, faculty, and the health care workforce are diverse and culturally competent;
  • advances in medical knowledge, therapies, and technologies prevent disease, alleviate suffering, and improve quality of life;
  • the nation's health system meets the needs of all;
  • concern for compassion, quality, safety, efficacy, accountability, affordability, professionalism, and the public good guide the health care community;
  • medical schools and teaching hospitals continually earn the trust and support of the public for their special missions.

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About the MCAT

The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized, multiple-choice examination designed to measure problem solving, critical thinking, writing skills, and knowledge of scientific concepts and principles which are considered essential for success when studying medicine.

The multiple choice section consists of four core components:

  • Physical Sciences
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Biological Sciences
  • Writing Sample

Each of the four sections contributes to the test taker’s score. Scores that are more than three years old will not be considered in many schools.

To view each section in more detail, visit the “Exam Content” section of MCAT Essentials: http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/mcatessentials.pdf

MCAT Test Centre Regulations

It is important to take proper identification to the testing centre. This must be a valid government-issued ID containing an expiration date, a photo, and a signature. The following documents are accepted forms of identification:

  • Driver’s licence
  • Passport

The name listed on the documentation must match what is listed on the registration form. Work or school IDs and library cards are not accepted.

Food or drinks and other personal items (i.e., calculator, phone) are not allowed in the room when writing the test.

If a test-taker has a medical condition or disability that requires them to bring personal items into the test room, they will need to apply for accommodations and receive approval.

MCAT Contact Information for Canadian Registrants

Canadian registrants can contact MCAT by internet, email, telephone, fax, or mail. The contact information for each method is listed below.

  • Internet
    www.aamc.org
  • Email
    annmeet@aamc.org
  • Telephone
    Customer Service Representatives
    Phone: (202) 828-0400
    Fax: (202) 828-1125
  • Mail
    Association of American Medical Colleges
    2450 N Street, NW
    Washington, DC 20037-1126

Contacting the MCAT Office of Accommodated Testing Services

Accommodation Requests and Supporting Documentation:

All requests for accommodations and supporting documentation must be sent by mail or courier.

AAMC
MCAT Office of Accommodated Testing
Attn: Saresa Davis, Mailroom Supervisor
2450 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037

Inquiries and Decision Letter Requests:

For general inquiries and decision letter requests, email accommodations@aamc.org.

If a test-taker has concerns about the test centre’s policies, they can visit the website at http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/taking/testcentreconcern.htm for more information.

Note: Application materials sent by electronic mail or facsimile will not be accepted.

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MCAT Exam Scores and Release Dates

Test-takers can review their exam scores via the MCAT Testing History (THx) System at https://services.aamc.org/mcatthx/. The release date for the exam scores are 30-35 days after the completion of the exam.

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Understanding Your MCAT Scores

Multiple-Choice
Raw scores for the multiple-choice sections (Verbal Reasoning, Physical Sciences, and Biological Science) will be graded on a scale ranging from 1 (lowest) to 15 (highest). Questions that are left unanswered are classed as an incorrect answer.

Writing Sample
The writing sample score is a result from adding the scores acquired on the two responses written on the exam. Writing samples are graded by two readers; concluding in a four score rating: two for the first response and two for the second. From the raw scores, the scale scores are determined; the scale scores appear on your final score report.

Raw scores for the writing sample are converted to an alphabetic scale that ranges from J (lowest) to T (highest).

Scaled Scores

Raw scores are converted to scaled scores because of the small variations in difficulty between the questions. Converting the scores helps lower the variability in test scores. The 15 point scale provides a more precise evaluation of a student’s abilities.

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Requesting a Rescore

MCAT Test-takers who believe that there have been scoring errors may request a rescore of the multiple choice sections and the writing sample section. To request a rescore, view the “Request a Rescore” section of the 2010 MCAT® Essentials: http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/mcatessentials.pdf

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Getting Your Scores into AMCAS and Releasing to Non AMCAS Institutions

Scores are automatically released to the AMCAS for students who have taken the exam since 2003. Students do not need to insert their scores into an application; however, they cannot withhold any scores either. For students who wrote prior to 2003, please visit http://www.aamc.org/students/amcas/start.htm

Scores that are two or three years old are generally accepted by Medical Schools. However, it is recommended that you check the application policies of the school that you plan to apply to ensure your score is not outdated.

Test Centre or Date Changes

Changes to your test date and/or test centre can be made as long as there are seats available before the posted regular registration deadline associated with your initial test date. Also keep in mind that additional registration fees will apply. If you make a change in both test date and center simultaneously, you will be charged a single charge of just $55; however, if you make separate changes, you will be charged individually for each, resulting in total charge of $110.

For more information on test centre or date changes, visit http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/reserving/changesandcancellations.htm.

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Cancellation and Refund Policy

If a test-taker decides that they do not want to participate in the writing of the exam after they have registered for it, they will be eligible for a partial refund if the cancellation is performed by the posted regular registration date.

The maximum refund for the regular registration fee is $115; if a test-taker receives fee assistance from the AAMC, their refund will be $85. Additional fees paid for late registration or other charges are not refundable.

To make a refund request, students will need to cancel their exam online at least 14 days in advance to the test date. Generally, the refund will be automatically applied to the original form of payment; however the funds may not appear on your account for a few days. Please note that the AAMC does not grant deadline extensions or have an appeal process.

If a student misses the cancellation deadline, it is best to still request a cancellation without a refund. This process will allow the student to register sooner for another test date. If doing so, contact the MCAT Resource Centre no later than 2 business days prior to the test date registered for.

For more information on cancellations and refunds, visit http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/reserving/changesandcancellations.htm

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Voiding Your Exam

MCAT test-takers have the option to void their exam if they do not feel comfortable with their performance and would prefer that their exam not be scored. Students are provided this opportunity at the conclusion of the exam.

Repeating the MCAT

Test-takers may register for another writing 48 hours after their scheduled test date. This rules applies to all registered examinees, including examinees who experience a problem at the test centre, are turned away for improper ID, or simply do not show up for the exam.

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Ordering Practice Tests

Online practice tests will help one to become familiar with the format and content of the exam, as well as scoring. To access free practice materials or those that may be purchased, visit http://www.aamc.org/students/mcat/preparing/orderingpracticetests.htm. Select from updated versions of retired exams that include MCAT questions and solutions explained by the test developers, customized content to target specific material, automated scoring, and diagnostic reports.

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MCAT Preparation Courses Across Canada

Oxford Seminars offers 22-hour and 40-hour MCAT test preparation courses all across Canada:
Calgary | Edmonton | Guelph | Halifax | Kingston | London | Ottawa | Toronto | Vancouver | Victoria | Winnipeg

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Canadian Medical School Profiles

The following links take you to concise descriptions of fourteen Canadian medical schools. Each profile covers admission requirements, application deadlines, first-year class sizes, curriculum, special programs, expenses and financial aid, and a link to each medical schools own website for additional information.

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