MCAT and Medical School Competitiveness Quiz

What percentile does a 520 MCAT score place you in?

• 90th percentile

• 99th percentile

• 97th percentile

• 95th percentile

Why do top-tier medical schools place significant weight on MCAT scores?

• They are the sole indicator of a student's potential.

• They are used to determine scholarship eligibility.

• They serve as an initial filter due to the high volume of applications.

• They are the only factor considered for admission.

What additional elements are crucial for a strong medical school application besides a high MCAT score?

• Only personal statements

• Only extracurricular activities

• Only letters of recommendation

• A combination of extracurriculars, letters of recommendation, and personal fit with the school's mission

Which school is tied for third place with a median MCAT score of 521?

• NYU Grossman School of Medicine

• Stanford University

• Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

• Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

What is a unique feature of Yale School of Medicine's grading system?

• It uses a traditional letter grading system.

• It has a true pass/fail grading system with no internal rankings.

• It ranks students based on their MCAT scores.

• It uses a numerical grading system.

Which school offers free tuition to all current and future MD students?

• Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

• Harvard Medical School

• Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

• NYU Grossman School of Medicine

What is the highest median MCAT score mentioned in the video?

• 523

• 522

• 521

• 520

What is the main reason NYU Grossman School of Medicine became more competitive?

• Its high research output

• Its location in New York City

• Its accelerated three-year MD program

• Offering free tuition to all MD students

What is the key to scoring in the 99th percentile on the MCAT according to the video?

• Luck

• Attending a prestigious undergraduate institution

• A combination of strategy and precise planning

• Pure intelligence

What is the ultimate goal of these elite medical schools when selecting students?

• To admit students from diverse geographical locations

• To select students based solely on their MCAT scores

• To find students who will become department chairs and win Nobel prizes

• To enroll students with the highest GPAs