The National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE®) has announced that a new Next Generation Uniform Bar exam (NextGen UBE), previously known as the NextGen Bar exam, will replace the current Bar exam in July of 2026. The NCBE has content scope outlines detailing topics tested on the new Bar exam, and will release more NextGen […]
The Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems section of the MCAT, often abbreviated as the Chem/Phys section, requires you to solve problems based on knowledge of chemistry, physics, and organic chemistry. The content on this section of the MCAT also includes biochemistry and a small amount of biology. In addition, you’ll need to be […]
The Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section of the MCAT, often called the MCAT Biology or MCAT Bio/Biochem section for short, requires you to solve problems based on knowledge of biological and biochemical concepts combined with Scientific Inquiry and Reasoning Skills (SIRS). The content on this section of the test also includes some […]
The Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior section of the MCAT, often called the Behavioral Sciences or Psych/Soc section for short, requires you to solve problems based on knowledge of introductory psychology and sociology concepts combined with Scientific Inquiry and Reasoning Skills (SIRS). The content on this section of the test also includes a […]
The MCAT requires you to solve math problems based on knowledge of chemistry, physics, and statistical reasoning, among other things. Although the current MCAT has very few heavy calculations, there are many questions that require you to demonstrate your ability to manipulate some math. This guide covers the essential math concepts, tips, and strategies you […]
The Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills section of the MCAT, commonly referred to as MCAT CARS, is designed to test your ability to read a passage, interpret the information, and answer questions about the passage. Although this sounds similar to a standard reading comprehension test, it is much more complex than you might expect. The […]
Studying for the GMAT in 30 days is an extremely difficult task, and is not one that is recommended. That said, some people find themselves forced into this difficult situation. If you are such a person, following the plans below will help. To achieve a significant score improvement on the GMAT in 30 days, you […]
The basic fee for taking the LSAT is $215, which may be financially prohibitive for some. In an effort to reduce barriers for law school applicants, the LSAC (the LSAT test maker) grants fee waivers to qualified applicants. In an effort to ensure that everyone gets a fair shot at receiving a law education regardless […]
Being placed on a law school’s waitlist may seem like a setback. However, it’s important for applicants to remember that getting waitlisted is actually a positive reflection of the quality of their application—and way better than getting rejected. If you find yourself waitlisted at one or more law school, take a deep breath and try […]
There are many LSAT prep options out there and it can be difficult to decide which are right for you. To ensure you reach your target score, you’ll want to invest in the best LSAT prep available. Most people spend 150-300 hours studying for the LSAT over a period of two to three months. Everyone […]