MCAT Prep: Is it Possible to Earn a Decent Score with Few Prerequisites?

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Starting MCAT preparation with only a few prerequisites is feasible, especially with a dedicated summer of study planned. Many participants agree that committing every day to studying can lead to a decent score, particularly for applicants targeting Florida schools. A focused study period of around three months is considered sufficient, especially if foundational knowledge in physical sciences is strong. Some suggest exploring structured study plans, like the popular 90-day prep plan from other forums, to enhance productivity. Personal experiences indicate that even part-time study can yield high scores, reinforcing the belief that full-time commitment can lead to success.
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I'm starting my MCAT despite having completed only a few prerequisites. I understand many of the tested concepts but I'd like to know if this is a good course of action:

I plan to study for the MCAT all this summer (everyday) and taking the exam prior to the Fall 2012 semester. I have no other responsibilities at the moment and can truly devote all my time to studying. Would it be possible to earn a decent score(keeping in mind I intend to apply only to Florida schools)?

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Yes, this is more than enough time, though a more productive forum may be one like studentdoctors.net or something. There's a really popular 90 day prep plan there.

If you learned your physical sciences well, the exam is actually pretty simple.
 
An all-summer prep should be fine, especially for the bio and physical sciences sections.

I ended up studying I think for about 4 months (while I was still gigging professionally and after having a 3 year break since I took any science courses during undergrad). That amount of time of part-time studying was more than enough to get above a 40, so I'm sure you'll be fine with 3 months of completely devoted study for the exam.
 
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