Blueprint vs Kaplan for the MCAT
Two full courses with similar shapes: self-paced, a 40-hour live course, an 80-plus-hour course with a 515 guarantee, and tutoring. Blueprint is cheaper at each level; Kaplan includes more full-length tests and offers in-person classes and a Bootcamp.
From each provider’s own pages, checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Blueprint | Kaplan | |
|---|---|---|
| Self-paced | $1,199 (3 months) | $1,599 (On Demand) |
| Standard live | Live Online, 40+ hours, from $1,899 | Live Online, 42 hours, from $2,399 |
| 515 course | 515+ Course, 80+ hours, $2,999 to $3,599 | 515+ Course, 84 hours, $3,599 |
| Extras | Live review sessions 6 days a week | In Person classes; $7,299 Bootcamp; 21 full-length tests |
Choose Blueprint if
- You want similar structure for less money.
- You prefer an online platform with a flexible study planner.
Choose Kaplan if
- You want in-person classes or a Bootcamp.
- You want the most full-length practice tests.
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