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, phone, and email:

Association of American Medical Colleges
Medical College Admission Test
2450 N St., NW
Washington, DC 20037
202-828-0690
mcat@aamc.org (Do not send attachments)

Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM EST

The following chart outlines MCAT test dates until January 2015, registration deadlines, and score release dates.

Canadian Test Centres

Alberta

Deerfoot Inn, 11500 - 35 St. South East, Calgary, AB T2Z 3W4
Holiday Inn Calgary Macleod Trail South, 4206 Macleod Trail, Calgary, AB T2G 2R7
Prometric Test Center, 4014 MacLeod Trail South, Suite 215, Calgary AB T2G 2R7
Trimac House, 5th Ave South West, Suite 100-800, Calgary, AB T2P 3T6 
Business Career College, 206 Capilano Mall, 2nd floor, Edmonton, AB T6A 0A1
Prometric Test Center, 6715 177th St. NW, Co-Located with Sylvan Learning Center, Edmonton, AB T5T 4K3
Winding River Solutions Inc., Suite 101 4990 92 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6B 2V4 

British Columbia

Prometric Test Center, 454-4800 Kingsway, Metrotown Cambridge College, Burnaby, BC V5H 4J2
Ashton College, 1190 Melville St., Vancouver, BC V6E 3W1
Camosun College, 3100 Foul Bay Rd., Dawson Building Room 213, Victoria, BC V8P 5J2
Dorsett College, 1885 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1Y5
Ramada Prince George, 44 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1R6

Manitoba

Broadview Networks, 1530 Taylor Avenue - Unit 1, Winnipeg, MB R3N 1Y1
Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2
Prometric Test Center, 200 Meadowood Dr., Unit 17, Winnipeg, MB R2M 5G3 

Newfoundland

Memorial University of Newfoundland, 1 Arctic Avenue, University Centre - 4^th Floor, St. John's, NL A1B 5S7

Nova Scotia

Prometric Test Center, 6440 Quinpool Rd., Halifax, NS B3L 1A8
International Language Institute, 1190 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3L 2R4

Ontario

Prometric Test Center, 4 Hughson St. South, 5th Floor. Trios Office, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z1
Prometric Test Center, 520 First St., Unit 1, London, ON N5V 3C6
Dewey College, 5889 Coopers Ave. Mississauga, ON L4Z 1P9
IT Planit, 151 Slater St, Suite 301, Ottawa, ON K1P 5H3
IT Planit, 30 Metcalfe Street 4^th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L4
Prometric Test Center, 5303 Canotek Rd., Shefford Plaza Unit 2, Ottawa, ON  K1J 9M2
PTC/Willis College, 2061 McCowan Road, Suite 207, Scarborough, ON M1S 3Y6
Canadian Business College, 2 Bloor St. West, Toronto, ON M4W 3E2
Cestar College of Business, Health and Technology, 265 Yorkland Blvd., 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M2J 1S5
Crown Plaza Hotel, 150 King Street, Hamilton, ON L8P 1A5
PTC/Willis College , 265 Rimrock Rd., Suite 211, Toronto, ON M3J 3C6
Prometic Test Center, Cestar College, 265 Yorkland Blvd, Suite 302, Toronto, ON M2J 1S5
Prometric Testing Center, 425 Bloor St. East, Suite 202, Toronto, ON M4W 3R4

Quebec

Prometric Test Center, 1000 Boul. St. Jean, Suite 321, Pointe Claire, QC H9R 5P1
Tyark College, 1922 St-Catherine West, Suite 600, Montreal, QC H3H 1M4 

Saskatchewan

Prometric Test Center, 407 1st. Ave. North, Saskatoon, S7K 1X5
Ramada Hotel Saskatoon, 806 Idylwyld Drive North, Saskatoon, SK S7L 0Z6

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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, including debit cards with Visa or MasterCard logo.

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: https://www.aamc.org/students/applying/mcat/reserving/.

Please note that the MCAT Scheduling and Registration System accepts only VISA and MasterCard, including debit cards with the VISA or MasterCard logo. International sites include all countries, provinces, or territories except Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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 141 accredited U.S. and 17 accredited Canadian medical schools; approximately 400 major teaching hospitals and health systems, including 51 Department of Veterans Affairs medical centres; and nearly 90 academic and scientific societies. Through these institutions and organizations, the AAMC represents 128,000 faculty members, 83,000 medical students, and 110,000 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

Until January 2015, the MCAT consists of three scored sections in multiple-choice format - Verbal Reasoning, Physical Sciences, and Biological Sciences. The majority of the questions are divided into passage sets which evaluate text comprehension, data analysis, ability to evaluate arguments, and problem-solving abilities in physics, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biology. The test finishes with a 45-minute Trial Section which is optional, not scored, and is not a part of the exam taker's overall score. Scores for the three multiple-choice sections range from 1 to 15. The numerical scores from each multiple-choice section are also added together to give an overall score ranging from 3 to 45. According to the AAMC, the average scaled score of test-takers in 2012 was 25.2.

In 2015, the MCAT is undergoing its biggest change since its last comprehensive redesign in 1992. With as much as 50% of the exam content changing, the biggest changes will consist of testing in biochemistry, multicultural/behavioral concepts, and critical analysis/reasoning from the humanities. With 230 questions over 6 hours and 15 minutes versus the current 144 questions in 3 hours and 20 minutes, the new test will require additional stamina and focus.

Starting in April 2015, the new “MCAT 2015” will consist of four scored multiple-choice sections. The Biological Sciences section is changing to the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section and will include an emphasis on biochemistry content typically found in introductory biochemistry courses. The Physical Sciences section is changing to the Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems section and will test your knowledge of the basic chemical and physical principles that underlie the mechanisms operating in the human body.

The Verbal Reasoning section is changing to the Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills section and will no longer include passages on the natural sciences. Instead, it will focus on critically analyzing information from a wide range of social sciences and humanities disciplines, including ethics and philosophy, cultural studies, and population health.

A new fourth section called Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior will test your ability to understand sociocultural, biological and psychological influences on behavior and social interactions as well as how people process emotion and stress.

Each of the four sections on the MCAT 2015 will be individually scored using a new 118 to 132 scale. The numerical scores from all multiple-choice sections will also be added together to give an overall score ranging from 472 to 528.  The median score is expected to be 125 per section and the overall median score is expected to be 500.

Registration for the MCAT 2015 opens up in February with test dates running from April through to September of 2015.

Total time does not include check-in time on arrival at the test centre.

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MCAT Test Centre Regulations

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

• Valid Driver's Licence
• Valid 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 email, telephone, fax, mail or online. The contact information for each method is listed below.

• Email mcat@aamc.org
• Telephone Customer Service Representatives Phone: (202) 828-0400 
• Mail: Association of American Medical Colleges 655K Street, NW, Suite 100, Washington, DC 20001-2399
• Online www.aamc.org

Contacting the MCAT Office of Accommodated Testing Services

Accommodation Requests and Supporting Documentation:

In order to apply for accommodations for the MCAT exam you must obtain an AAMC ID number. This number is an 8-digit identifier assigned automatically to your personal information. The number will be used to uniquely identify your accommodations application. You will need this ID, and the username and password you create throughout your relationship with the AAMC, including when you register for the MCAT exam, apply to medical school, and apply for a residency.

Inquiries and Decision Letter Requests:

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

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

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MCAT Scores and Percentiles

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.

The 2015 testing calender will officially begin in April 2015 and go through September 2015.

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Understanding Your MCAT Scores

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, write attention to:

Attention: MCAT Rescoring Service
Association of American Medical Colleges
665 K St., NW, Suite 100
Washington, DC 20001-2399

Your letter must be postmarked no later than 30 calendar days following the score release date, and must include the following:
- Your full name
- Your AAMC ID number
- Mailing Address
- Telephone Number
- Email Address

Rescoring Fees

To view the "Request a Rescore" section of the 2013 MCAT® Essentials visit: 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. 

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. 

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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 $135; if a test-taker receives fee assistance from the AAMC, their refund will be $100. 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.

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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. You will only have ONE opportunity to void your exam. When you finish your exam, you will be asked to select one of the following options:

- I wish to have my MCAT exam SCORED.
- I wish to VOID my exam.

Repeating the MCAT

Test-takers may register for another writing 48 hours after their scheduled test date. This rule applies to all registered examinees, including examinees that 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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MCAT Preparation Courses Across Canada

Oxford Seminars offers 22-hour and 40-hour MCAT test preparation courses all across Canada:
Calgary | Edmonton | Guelph | Halifax | Hamilton | 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 application deadlines, first-year class sizes, tuition, admission requirements, prerequisites, courses, and a link to each medical schools own website for additional information.

• Memorial University of Newfoundland
• University of British Columbia
• Northern Ontario School of Medicine
• University of Calgary
• University of Ottawa
• Dalhousie University
• Queen's University
• University of Manitoba
• University of Saskatchewan
• McGill University
• University of Toronto
• McMaster University
• University of Western Ontario

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