Best MCAT prep courses in 2026
For most self-studiers, UWorld is the best value: Comprehensive at $1,199 includes its question bank, books, videos and the full AAMC Official Prep bundle. Blueprint is the pick for a polished course with live options, and Kaplan for the most practice tests, in-person classes and guarantees.
Picks based on each provider’s own pages, checked October 11, 2026; Princeton Review and Magoosh prices as reported. We have not run hands-on tests, so we rank by fit and value rather than scores. See how we rank.
Our picks
3,000+ questions with visual explanations, 8 books; Comprehensive adds videos and all AAMC materials. No live teaching or guarantee.
→Self-Paced $1,199; Live Online from $1,899 (40+ hours); 515+ Course with a 515 guarantee.
→21 full-length tests, live and in-person classes, Higher Score and 515+ guarantees. Premium price.
→CARS and science courses at $950; Complete $1,450. Free daily CARS passage.
→Reported 123 live hours on Ultimate and 515+, and a 515+ guarantee. Prices not published.
→The cheapest full course. Self-paced only, no AAMC materials or books; +10 point guarantee.
→Side by side
| Course | Entry price | Live teaching | AAMC bundle included | Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UWorld | $599 | None | Comprehensive only | None |
| Blueprint | $1,199 | 40+ hours from $1,899 | Check your plan | Score increase; 515+ |
| Kaplan | $1,599 | 42 hours from $2,399 | Yes | Higher Score; 515+ |
| Jack Westin | $950 | Live Online $1,995 | Uses AAMC CARS materials | Not listed |
| Princeton Review | About $1,599 | 123 hours (reported) | Yes (reported) | 515+ |
| Magoosh | About $379 | None | No | +10 points |
Sources: provider pages, checked October 11, 2026; Princeton Review and Magoosh prices as reported.
Start with the free official tests
Whatever you buy, the AAMC’s two free full-length tests are essential. See free MCAT resources.
How to choose
- Self-motivated, strong content base: UWorld, plus AAMC materials.
- Want a full course with optional live classes: Blueprint.
- Want structure, many practice tests or in-person classes: Kaplan.
- CARS is your weak spot: add Jack Westin.
- Tight budget: Magoosh or UWorld Core, plus the free AAMC tests.
Common questions
Why are there no star ratings?
We have not run hands-on tests of these courses, so star scores would suggest more certainty than we have. We rank on published features, prices and terms, and explain each pick.
Are these paid placements?
No. We currently earn no commission from any MCAT provider, and no one paid for a placement.