The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized exam used for admission to medical schools in the United States and Canada. It assesses a student's knowledge in areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, and psychology, as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The test is designed to evaluate a candidate's readiness for medical education. The MCAT consists of multiple sections, including Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems, Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems, Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior, and Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills. It is typically taken by students in their junior or senior year of undergraduate studies.