MCAT cost in 2027: registration, changes and what else to budget
Registering for a 2027 MCAT costs $360, or $145 if the AAMC has approved you for its Fee Assistance Program. Testing outside the US, Canada or US territories adds $130. Changing your date costs $55 to $210, and you can’t change anything in the last 10 days.
Source: AAMC, MCAT Scheduling Fees for all 2027 testing dates, checked October 11, 2026. 2026 test dates cost $355.
Rescheduling and cancelling
| When you make the change | Reschedule fee | Cancellation refund | Fee assistance: reschedule | Fee assistance: refund |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 or more days before | $55 | $180 | $25 | $75 |
| 30 to 59 days before | $110 | $180 | $45 | $75 |
| 10 to 29 days before | $210 | $0 | $85 | $0 |
| Fewer than 10 days before | No changes allowed | No changes allowed | No changes allowed | No changes allowed |
Source: AAMC, MCAT Scheduling Fees (2027 testing dates). Deadlines are 11:59 p.m. local test-center time.
What else to budget for
- Taxes. The AAMC says sales tax, VAT or similar may be charged at scheduling, depending on where you test.
- Prep. AAMC Official Prep materials, plus a question bank or course if you want one. See free MCAT resources.
- Retakes. Each attempt is a new registration fee.
- Applications. AMCAS and school secondary fees are separate.
Common questions
Is there fee assistance?
Yes. The AAMC Fee Assistance Program cuts registration to $145 and lowers change fees. You must have final approval before you choose your test date and location; the AAMC says the benefits are not retroactive.
How can I pay?
American Express, Visa, Discover and Mastercard, including Visa or Mastercard debit cards, according to the AAMC.
What if I miss my exam?
The AAMC says you pay the full registration fee again after a no-show.