MCAT-2-Month-Study-Schedule - 5-21 - Weekly plan

Sep 25, 2026

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A structured 2-month MCAT study plan designed to fit learners’ real schedules by targeting 25–30 hours per week across eight weeks. The guide emphasizes strategy and consistency while reviewing all major MCAT areas, with a daily rhythm of watching assigned videos, studying core subject areas, and using sample questions and flashcards for reinforcement. It outlines essential materials, highly recommended resources, and how to follow the weekly progression from Week 1 through Week 8.

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Reading Time11 min

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Introduction

The Magoosh Team

Meet the Magoosh MCAT Expert

How to Follow This Study Schedule

MCAT Essential Materials

MCAT Highly Recommended Materials

2-Month MCAT Study Schedule

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

Week 4

Week 5

Week 6

Week 7

Week 8

Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction The Magoosh Team Meet the Magoosh MCAT Expert Magoosh’s MCAT Product How to Follow This Study Schedule MCAT Essential Materials MCAT Highly Recommended Materials Final Thoughts 2-Month MCAT Study Schedule Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 [mcat.magoosh.com](mcat.magoosh.com) 2 Introduction In an ideal world, everyone could devote 20 hours per week to studying for the MCAT. 20 hours over a period of 15 weeks or more will achieve 300 hours of study time—a target time highly recommended by experts! However, the majority of medical school applicants are juggling classes, work, families, or some combination thereof. Luckily, strategy and consistency are at least as important as the total number of hours studied. By following this 2-month MCAT study plan, you will review every major area of the MCAT in only 8 weeks at a rate of 25-30 hours per week. If you’re ready to start crafting your schedule, then go for it! But in order to begin your studying, you’ll want to collect essential and recommended materials. [mcat.magoosh.com](mcat.magoosh.com) 3 The Magoosh Team We’re a team of passionate educators in Berkeley, California. We like word games, video games, and helping students do really well on standardized exams so that they can achieve their educational dreams! :) You can learn more about us and what we do on our Team page. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at [help@magoosh.com](help@magoosh.com)! [mcat.magoosh.com](mcat.magoosh.com) 4 Meet the Magoosh MCAT Expert Kat Thomson has a PhD from UC San Francisco with degrees in medical sociology and health psychology. Since 2005, she has been teaching premed and nursing students across the US. Kat collaborates with other experts to create quality MCAT products, and above all, she enjoys she enjoys mentoring students. While Kat does love feline cats, she happens to be allergic to them, adding a new dimension to the concept of autoimmunity. Magoosh’s MCAT Product Magoosh is an online MCAT prep course that offers: ● 250+ unique lessons on all MCAT subjects ● 700+ practice questions, with video explanations after every question ● Material created by MCAT experts ● 24-hour access to online materials from any internet-connected device ● Email support from experienced MCAT tutors ● Customizable practice sessions ● Full-length timed practice tests ● Personalized statistics based on your performance Try our free 7-day trial! [mcat.magoosh.com](mcat.magoosh.com) 5 How to Follow This Study Schedule ● Before moving forward, make sure you have the essential materials listed under the section“MCAT Essential Materials.” ● Each week, you will see a list of Magoosh videos to watch. There is time set aside each day for watching them, and the rest of the day you will be reviewing subject areas. For instance, on Week 1, Day 2, you will study biology, psychology, and practice “Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills” passages. There is also time at the end of most days to answer sample questions and/or quiz yourself with flashcards. ● To study concepts in more detail, you will probably want to consult scientific textbooks or online sources. Suggestions are listed under the section “MCAT Highly Recommended Materials.” ● The schedule is designed to be followed at a rate of five hours per day, six days per week, but you can stretch it out or condense it to fit your needs. MCAT Essential Materials 1) The Magoosh Premium MCAT Test Prep curriculum includes over 300 video lessons, 740 questions that can be taken as three tests, and unlimited email assistance from MCAT tutors. The lessons are taught by a diverse team of experts, including two physicians, a medical sociology professor, a higher education physics teacher, a current medical student, and a CARS expert. 2) The Official Guide to the MCAT Exam, (5th edition), published by

FAQs

How many hours per week does this 2-month MCAT plan target?

The schedule is designed for about 25–30 hours per week, covering all major MCAT areas over eight weeks.

What daily activities are included in each week of the schedule?

Each day includes time to watch assigned Magoosh videos, review subject areas, and then answer sample questions and/or quiz with flashcards.

Which essential materials are required before starting?

You should gather the essential resources listed under “MCAT Essential Materials,” including the Magoosh Premium curriculum, the official MCAT guide (5th edition), Magoosh flashcards, and at least one AAMC practice test, plus current-events reading and organized notes materials.

Sep 25, 2026

Uploaded by Connor