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MCAT - Scoring

All sections except the Writing Section are in multiple-choice format and are graded on a scale of 1 to 15, with 8 as the average score. You will also receive a total score for the three multiple-choice sections. Raw scores on the Writing Section are converted to a letter grade ranging from a low of J to a high of T, with O being the average score.

How Important are my MCAT Scores?
At most U.S. medical schools, your MCAT scores are given as much weight as your GPA. Moreover, if there is a discrepancy between your MCAT scores and your GPA, the tendency is to give the MCAT scores more weight.

In Canada, most schools weigh your MCAT scores very heavily. Some schools set minimum cut-off scores that applicants must meet in order to be considered.