Testing & Preparation

Testing & Preparation

Exam Content

WashU Coursework is not designed specifically for materials covered in preprofessional entrance exams. As such, there might be topics/content included in examinations not covered in your science classes. For more information on exam content, please consult the organization that designs and administers their specific test.

Exam Topics: MCAT, DAT, GRE, PA-CAT

Prepare & Practice

To ensure that students are best prepared for entrance exams, many will elect to supplement their WashU coursework with additional summer or evening science classes, take exam-specific review courses, purchase preparatory materials (ex: question banks, practice tests), and/or enroll in a post-baccalaureate program. Feel free to consult with a prehealth advisor for undertaking additional preparations and practice.

Preparatory Materials:  MCATDATGRE, PA-CAT

WashU Can Help

MCAT Prep at The Learning Center will set you up for success by providing a facilitated learning space for study planning, problem solving, and discussing test-taking tips and tricks. The Learning Center offers free weekly drop-in hours, open to all WashU-affiliated test takers and facilitated by a peer mentor who performed very well on the current version of the MCAT.

MCAT Prep at the Learning Center
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More Information about Pre-Professional Testing

  • DAT

    Dentistry

  • GRE

    Occupational/Physical Therapy/ Public Health & Veterinary School

  • MCAT

    Medical/M.D./Ph.D. and Osteopathy

  • PA-CAT

    Physician Assistant