Topic Triage Sheet
Warning!
Only use this sheet if you are low on time and can’t afford to evaluate every topic before your test. In general it is optimal to study topics more or less in order as they build on top of one another.
MCAT Study Priority Guide
Eightfold Learning
3-Tier Triage System — All Major Subjects · Work High → Mid → Low if time is limited
High — Study first
Mid — Study if time allows
Low — Study last
BIO
Biology
The Cell
The Nervous System
The Endocrine System
Genetics and Evolution
BC
Biochemistry
Amino Acids, Peptides & Proteins
Enzymes
DNA and Biotechnology
RNA and the Genetic Code
ORGO
Organic Chemistry
Nomenclature
Isomers
Analyzing Organic Reactions
Separations and Purifications
GC
Gen Chemistry
Bonding and Chemical Interactions
Compounds and Stoichiometry
Equilibrium
Acids and Bases
PHYS
Physics
Work, Energy & Momentum
Circuits
Waves and Sound
Atomic and Nuclear Phenomena
P/S
Psych / Soc
Learning and Memory
Cognition, Consciousness & Language
Motivation, Emotion & Stress
Social Structure and Demographics
BIO
Biology
Reproduction
The Respiratory System
The Cardiovascular System
The Musculoskeletal System
BC
Biochemistry
Nonenzymatic Protein Function & Analysis
Biological Membranes
Glycolysis and Pyruvate Dehydrogenase
Citric Acid Cycle, ETC & Oxidative Phosphorylation
ORGO
Organic Chemistry
Alcohols and Ethers
Aldehydes and Ketones
Carboxylic Acids
Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
GC
Gen Chemistry
Atomic Structure
The Periodic Table
Thermochemistry
Solutions
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
PHYS
Physics
Fluids
Electrostatics and Magnetism
Light and Optics
P/S
Psych / Soc
Identity and Personality
Social Processes, Attitudes & Behavior
Social Interaction
Social Thinking
BIO
Biology
Embryogenesis and Development
The Immune System
The Digestive System
Homeostasis
BC
Biochemistry
Carbohydrate Structure and Function
Lipid Structure and Function
Lipid and Amino Acid Metabolism
Bioenergetics and Regulation of Metabolism
ORGO
Organic Chemistry
Bonding and Chemical Interactions
Nitrogen- & Phosphorus-Containing Compounds
Spectroscopy
GC
Gen Chemistry
Chemical Kinetics
The Gas Phase
Electrochemistry
PHYS
Physics
Kinematics and Dynamics
Thermodynamics
P/S
Psych / Soc
Biology and Behavior
Sensation and Perception
Psychological Disorders
Social Stratification