If you plan to apply to a health professions graduate program after college, you will likely need to take a standardized test as part of the admissions process. This page is dedicated to identifying application-related exams that you may encounter when applying to professional school.
Medical School
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) administers the MCAT. Learn more about the components of the exam: https://students-residents.aamc.org/taking-mcat-exam/take-mcat-exam
Taking the Exam at a Prometric Test Center
When Is a Good Time to Take the MCAT
Free Planning and Study Resources from the AAMC
AAMC Official Test Prep Updates
Subscribe to PreMed Navigator from the AAMC
Dental
The American Dental Association (ADA) administers the Dental Admissions Test, or DAT. Learn about the DAT exam, including about getting accommodations, partial fee waivers, and scoring.
Kira Talent Assessment is used by some dental programs during the application process. Learn more about the exam here: https://www.kiratalent.com/
Optometry
The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) administers the Optometry Admissions Test. Learn about the OAT exam.
Resources for Applicants from the ASCO
ASCO Member Schools and Colleges Directory
Testing Accommodations through Prometric
Programs Requiring the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Programs such as veterinary medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant/associate require applicants to take the Graduate Record Examination.