Kaplan vs Princeton Review for the MCAT
The two traditional big names. Both offer self-paced, live, 515+ and intensive courses with guarantees. Kaplan publishes its prices and includes 21 full-length tests; Princeton Review is reported to offer more live hours (123 on Ultimate and 515+) but does not show prices on its main MCAT page.
Kaplan from its own pages; Princeton Review course names from its own pages, live hours and prices as reported. Checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Kaplan | Princeton Review | |
|---|---|---|
| Self-paced | $1,599 | About $1,599 to $1,999 (as reported) |
| Standard live | 42 hours, $2,399 | Ultimate, 123 hours, about $2,899 (as reported) |
| 515 course | 84 hours, $3,599 | 123 hours, about $3,499 (as reported) |
| Intensive | Bootcamp, $7,299 | 515+ Immersion, 195 hours, about $7,349 (as reported) |
| Full-length tests | 21 | 18 (per Kaplan’s comparison) |
Choose Kaplan if
- You want published prices and the most full-length tests.
- You want an in-person option.
Choose Princeton Review if
- You want the most live class hours.
- You are happy to request a quote.
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