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A Syracuse prep course with Varsity Tutors will help you with your preparations on the MCAT. The MCAT is a comprehensive exam that is required by most medical schools within the United States. Future medical students who desire to attend medical school at a major university, like SUNY Upstate Medical University, will have to submit their MCAT scores with their application paperwork. Before you take the MCAT, you want to be confident with your test-taking skills and fully prepared by having a thorough understanding of the materials on the exam. You want to achieve your best scores because they can be the deciding element in your acceptance into a college or university.
The MCAT has four sections: Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior; Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems; Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills; and Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems. Each of the four sections has specific time allotments, question types, and content that is included. Your time management skills must be efficient as you must respond to each question on the MCAT. Do not let the stresses of taking the MCAT intimidate you from maintaining your goal of completing medical school. Let's have a general review of the materials on the MCAT.
What materials you will need for Syracuse MCAT courses?
The materials that you will use in your Syracuse MCAT course resemble the materials that you will encounter on the MCAT. You will need to work efficiently because you want to provide an answer to all of the questions. If you need to plan for test day, expect your testing time to be six hours and fifteen minutes; however, your total seated time will be seven hours and thirty minutes. Your teacher will assist you and your classmates with the material on the MCAT as well as test-taking strategies and tips that will help you with the exam and in future educational settings.
When you begin your test, you will arrive at a section entitled Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior. Throughout this section, your comprehension of behavioral acts, the analysis of opinionated thoughts about self and others, cultural and social differences that influence an individual's well-being, and the relationships between social stratification, access to resources, and the perceptions of different comfort levels will be tested. As you work through this section, you will demonstrate your abilities to serve diverse populations, knowledge of mental health issues, different behavior effects on health, and reveal the discourse with social issues and the medical field. Within this section of the MCAT, you have 59 multiple-choice questions during the 95 minutes time frame.
As you navigate through your exam, you will encounter a section called Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems. The central concept of this section will measure your knowledge of the functions of the human body's tissues, organs, and organ systems. Additional topics include principles that work in collaboration with the mechanisms operating in the human body, and the principles of living systems. Questions you will have to answer focus on the subjects of general chemistry, organic and inorganic chemistry, preliminary physics, introductory biology, and biochemistry. Be sure to review topics that relate to the operations of different organs and organ systems, biochemical functions, and direct correlation to the laws of physics. Become familiar with the periodic table and chemical reactions. You will have to answer 59 questions with 95 minutes to respond to all items.
The next section is entitled Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills. The purpose here is to measure verbal reasoning, reading comprehension, and incorporate your analytical abilities. Be mindful that this section does not cover a deep understanding of studies that are the central focus of the social science field; however, you still must reply and demonstrate your abilities within English through the evaluation of written work. Within the Critical Analysis and Reasoning section of the MCAT, you should showcase the skills of being able to apply ideas and concepts to new contexts, evaluate the effect of further information on new passages, and your abilities to infer meaning from compositional elements. Different from the previous section, you will have 90 minutes to provide an answer to 53 questions.
Are there benefits to completing a Syracuse MCAT class?
Once you become enrolled, your classes will be in an online virtual classroom with a teacher who has experience with online educational instruction. The communication among students who are learning with you provides the beneficial convenience of collaborative learning, which may include group projects. This is a one-of-a-kind learning technique in which you can gather more education about certain areas of study that you will encounter on the MCAT. The Varsity Tutors Syracuse MCAT class allows the student to work one-on-one with their instructor for more individual support with the use of the Live Learning Platform.
Varsity Tutors has Syracuse MCAT classes that begin every week. You can choose a 2-week or 4-week option depending on your schedule. Also, not all of the courses are held during the week. If you prefer to complete your preparatory course on weekends, Varsity Tutors offers classes that will work for you. There are different class times and schedule options that are available that can easily fit into your active lifestyle.
Syracuse MCAT classes can also be beneficial because the class assists you with a thorough understanding of the materials that you will encounter on the MCAT. Your teacher includes assistance with test-taking tips such as educated guessing and specific verbiage that is used in each section of the MCAT. You will be provided with thorough training that will incorporate additional preparation skills
How do I contact Varsity Tutors to connect with a Syracuse MCAT course?
You can go online and connect with a Varsity Tutors educational consultant to gather more details about a Syracuse MCAT course. The educational consultants are trained to help find options that are available and will fit into your busy schedule. Don't procrastinate to get a step up on your MCAT preparations. Give Varsity Tutors a call today!

Jaimie: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...Bachelor's of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of available disciplines. I enjoy tutoring because I find it to...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- College Algebra
- ACT Writing
- +93 subjects

Harsimranjit: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
I have helped several college students through challenging chemistry, physics, and biology courses. After graduating from the University of Michigan, I have been spending most of my time doing research. My research projects have ranged from molecular biology, biochemistry, and computational biology to applied chemistry, nanomaterials, and algorithm development. I think that I have received enough experience not only to be an expert in these fields, but also confidently share my knowledge with my students.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches
- College Biology
- GRE Subject Test in Physics
- +104 subjects

Matt: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
I am a finance and accounting professional at a Fortune 100 firm with an MBA and currently pursuing the CMA. My teaching method would absolutely vary depending on the student. Visual learners need different kind of help than non-visual. For visual learners, I would try to paint a picture of the problem or formula so it is easier for them to understand. For non-visual, I can stick more with formulas, numbers, and memorization. ... To get the student not to simply memorize how to get or find an answer, but to help them reach a level of confidence and preparation that makes the material seem second nature to them.
Education & Certification
- SUNY Purchase - Bachelors, Liberal Arts
- Marist College - Masters, MBA-Financial Management
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GMAT
- International Business
- Business Analytics
- +141 subjects

Matt: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...Previously I attended Dickinson College and graduated with a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. In my spare time I enjoy swimming, golfing, skiing and most other outdoor activities. I have 10 years teaching experience, serving as a private tutor, teaching assistance and small group instructor. I have taught students from elementary to graduate levels, helping them to excel in mathematics, science and standardized tests. Having taken many standardized test myself and taught at all...
Education & Certification
- Dickinson College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE
- MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills
- Trigonometry
- +46 subjects

Muhammad: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...understand difficult concepts. Also while living in Saudi Arabia I had the opportunity to teach English as a second language for many years. I believe that living in a place with such a rich and unique culture, so different from our own, has given me an understanding on how to teach the English language effectively to people who were not necessarily exposed to the same cultural experiences. So if you're having trouble with your undergrad...
Education & Certification
- Batterjee Medical College, Saudi Arabia - Bachelors, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- Microbiology
- Spanish
- SAT
- +21 subjects

Ben: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...subjects to tutor though, are standardized test prep and biochemistry. Though enjoying standardized tests is not a common opinion, I have always liked the logical nature of standardized test questions, and the fact that simply by working on a few test taking skills students can see marked improvement. Biochemistry, while far from a simple field, is one of my favorite subjects. I find the chemical basis for how biological mechanisms work to be fascinating. Biomedical...
Education & Certification
- Union College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- 9th Grade Writing
- English Grammar and Syntax
- +85 subjects

Kenneth: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...Chemistry, and Mathematics. During all four years of undergrad, I tutored various levels of mathematics, and I have also tutored chemistry and biology subjects. I most enjoy tutoring mathematics courses because I love helping students sharpen their logical thinking skills, and because math is the language of the universe! In particular, I really love tutoring calculus because it can be used to describe tons of real-world phenomena. My tutoring style revolves around teaching students how...
Education & Certification
- Siena College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- Inorganic Chemistry
- AP Statistics
- ACT Math
- +29 subjects

Susan: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
I have taught grades K - 12, as well as online college courses and in-class courses. I am very eager to help students succeed in their educational pursuits because an education is very personal - it's all yours - nobody can take it away from you. Knowledge is very powerful. Let's learn and grow together!
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Oswego - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- SUNY College at Oswego - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- LSAT
- GMAT
- GRE
- +212 subjects

Erika: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
I studied biomedical engineering at the University at Buffalo. I am interested in patent law and will be attending the University of New Hampshire School of Law this Fall. I've taught a middle school summer course for the Buffalo Engineering Awareness for Minorities.
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- LSAT
- Test Prep
- ACT Math
- +33 subjects

Phillip : Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...only to become a teacher from the students' perspective, but also what it takes to be an effective educational provider and a mentor. While taking six medical school courses throughout my graduate school program, I have been able to practice and enhance teaching methods by organizing study groups that regularly conducted review sessions before exams, highlighting important concepts made during the lectures, sharing concise notes and outlines, bringing up pertinent and innovative questions, and academically...
Education & Certification
- Boston College - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Georgetown University - Masters, Physiology
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- College Chemistry
- Life Sciences
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- +26 subjects

Vishal: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
Hey everyone! I am Vishal, and I'm 22 years old. I'm a recent graduate of the University at Buffalo - SUNY with a bachelor of science degree in Biomedical Engineering. I plan on attending medical school in the future. I have a lot of experience with tutoring so I am looking forward to working with all of you!
Education & Certification
- University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- Engineering
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- ACT Reading
- +60 subjects

Michael: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
My name is Mike. I am currently a graduate student, at SUNY Upstate Medical University, studying to get my MPH. I received my bachelors degree from SUNY Oswego in NY with a major in Wellness Management and a minor in Nutrition. My best subjects are math and science. I strive for excellence and hope to help you excel too.
Education & Certification
- SUNY College at Oswego - Bachelor of Science, Health and Wellness, General
- Upstate Medical University - Master in Public Health, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- Science
- Microsoft Excel
- Music
- +12 subjects

Brianna: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...ways to work around that to navigate the system to get where I want to. I like to use creativity, problem solving, and knowledge of the educational system to support others. I enjoy working one-on-one with people as it allows for a very individualized approach to learning. Besides school and teaching I love the outdoors, mountains, nature, and animals. I believe in enjoying life, which also many times means finding the quickest and easiest paths...
Education & Certification
- Oklahoma State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- University of Colorado-Colorado Springs - Master of Arts, Special Education
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE
- ACT
- Statistics Graduate Level
- +40 subjects

Molly: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...am passionate about helping students because really great teaching, teaching that connects and communicates, will stay with a student for life. Teaching well means listening well. I love to learn how people think about the tasks they are facing--it is always interesting in its own right and shows me how they can build on their strengths and re-shape what they are doing in order to get good results now and, even more importantly, develop lasting...
Education & Certification
- Colorado College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Cornell University - Doctor of Philosophy, English
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- GMAT
- GRE
- +68 subjects

Nurit: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...from Binghamton University, with a degree in integrative neuroscience and chemistry. I have been a tutor for the athletics department at Binghamton for the last 4 years and have been tutoring with Varsity for 3 years. I have experience tutoring a broad range of subjects. I am most passionate about tutoring all things Chemistry. I believe that every student can succeed given enough time and patience. I love out of the box thinking and devising...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- ACT
- Graduate Test Prep
- Psychology
- +29 subjects

James: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
I'm a college instructor with over ten years of classroom teaching experience at the undergraduate level. I also have extensive experience tutoring K-12 and teaching SAT and GRE test preparation both as a private tutor and as a classroom instructor.
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Syracuse University - Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE
- GRE Analytical Writing
- Medicine
- +57 subjects

Ashraf: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
My name is Ashraf, and I am a recent graduate of Emory University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. I will be pursing my medical degree (M.D.) later this year at Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my friends, playing polo, visiting museums, and staying active.
Education & Certification
- Emory University - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Upstate Medical University - PHD, Medical Doctor (M.D.)
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- Algebra 2
- Elementary School Science
- +50 subjects

Rachel: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...degree in psychology at Miami University and my master's degree at Indiana University, where I studied the neuroscience of learning and memory, and mentored undergraduate students in the biological sciences. I enjoy working with students on written assignments, college application essays, science concepts, and statistics. While working with me, you will receive quality instruction, support, and guidance as you improve your subject knowledge as well as your study habits, organizational skills, and time management skills....
Education & Certification
- Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, Experimental Psychology
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Master of Arts, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- GMAT
- OAT
- +136 subjects

Matt: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...concentration in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. I then went on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
- Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- GRE Subject Tests
- Math
- Gifted
- +85 subjects

Daniel: Syracuse MCAT course instructor
...to offer help in science courses from middle school to college level. I graduated from Boston College in 2009 and have worked at the neuroscience and psychiatry labs at Yale and Cornell. I enjoy working with people and wish to one day specialize in geriatrics. I have taught chess and English to young children and tutored children from foster care for two years to improve their literacy skills. I plan to work as a Teacher's...
Education & Certification
- Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- MCAT
- MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
- Physics
- Science
- +17 subjects