Our Chicago MCAT tutors tailor test prep to your needs and aspirations. First, a Chicago MCAT tutor will assess each student, and create focused lessons that pay close attention to each student’s needs. In group tutoring, our Chicago MCAT tutors create lessons that focus on each student’s needs, while applying the material to the group as a whole.

Chicago MCAT Tutors Study Packages

Top-Scoring MCAT Tutors

Our MCAT tutors score within the 94th percentile or above on the exam. In addition to top scores, we vet our tutors to make sure they have a digestible didactic method. We’re exclusive: only 2% of tutors who apply make the cut.

Free Introductory Hour

We add a Free Introductory Hour to every package, so students can meet their tutor and develop a customized study plan before beginning their paid package hours.

Personal Statement Review, AAMC® Materials, and MCAT Math Book

Prep using materials from a wide variety of companies in addition to AAMC® materials issued directly from the test-makers. We include an AAMC®’s Online-Only Official MCAT Prep Bundle with your study package. We also include Tutor the People’s MCAT Math: Strategies and Practice Problems book, written by one of our tutors!

M.D. Advisor

GPA not that great? Work with our M.D. advisor to pinpoint any red flags in your application and ways to make up for any areas of weakness. All for free without subtracting from your package hours. Unlimited personal statement (P.S.) revisions. Work with the advising team as much or as little as you would like.

Payment Plans

We offer multiple extended payment options. Contact us to find out which installment plan suits your budget.

Customized Scheduling

Use your study hours as best suits your needs. Some students meet with a tutor daily, while others space it out to weekly meetings.

1-on-1 Sessions

There is no better way to prepare for the MCAT than 1-on-1 sessions that are focused on your needs.

Success Stories
I have had an amazing experience working with Tutor the People. The MCAT can be really intimidating but from the moment I contacted them I have received nothing but support, valuable information and encouragement. Since I had to study during the semester, I was very concerned about fitting in enough time to properly prepare between classes and research. But my tutor immediately helped me organize a great, personalized study plan and assisted me in finding the best MCAT prep materials I didn't even know existed. In the end, I earned a 522 (99% percentile) and I know I couldn't have done it without the help from Tutor the People!
Ashley L. MCAT
522, 99th %
I learned how to maximize my study time, which materials to use, and how to attack specific kinds of questions that I frequently struggled with. Both of my tutors took time to make sure that I understood the answer to each question. They pushed me to dedicate significant amounts of time to studying, and they helped me use this time in the best way. I am so happy with my choice to work with Tutor the People and study independently rather than taking a course through a well-known company. This opportunity raised my MCAT score by 7 points from my first practice test and helped me excel in my weakest subjects. I would highly recommend Tutor the People if you are looking to work hard with tutors who are committed to your success and if you want to master the new MCAT in an efficient and fulfilling way.
Austen H. MCAT
522, 99th Percentile
I never thought I would be able to achieve a 12 on the Physical Sciences, and if I had only done a group class, I never would have. All of my friends are extremely impressed because I am the one who went with the tutor and self-discipline study method, and so far, I have scored the highest on the MCAT. With a good tutor like Ben from Tutor the People and the drive to succeed, achieving your goal is most definitely possible.
Stasha O. MCAT
37, 98th Percentile
I can't say enough good things about Crystal. She's super patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging. The first time I took the MCAT I got a 31 even though I felt I've done all I could in terms of content. I wanted to improve my score but was hitting roadblocks studying independently because I couldn't pinpoint exactly why I got certain questions wrong, and thus did not know how best to correct them. Crystal was extremely good at this and taught me many strategies to conquer types of questions that I couldn't previously. There were also times during verbal review that I just felt burnt out and discouraged given how hard it is to improve verbal scores, but Crystal was patient with me and drilled strategies with me constantly. I ended up getting an 11 on verbal!
Lisa S. mcat
36 MCAT Score, 97th Percentile

Top Chicago MCAT Tutors Tutors

  • Liesl S.

    Liesl is a recent graduate of The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, and will be pursuing dermatology residency at The University of Chicago. During medical school, she participated in endocrinology research on metabolism and obesity as well as…

  • Alexandra K.

    Alex graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Psychology and Natural Sciences as an undergraduate and completed a Masters in Biomedical Sciences degree at Rutgers. This April, Alex took the MCAT and scored in the 96th percentile (517)…

  • Lyon W.

    Lyon (pronounced like Leon), is a recent Northwestern graduate (class of 2016) majoring in neurobiology and minoring in global health. He is currently applying for medical school and will be hanging around in Chicago until the end of the year.…

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Extended Payment Plans

Our prices for Chicago MCAT tutors are more affordable than our competitors, and we offer extended payment plans so all students have the opportunity to get the help they need to reach their full potential on the MCAT.

Expert Chicago MCAT Tutors

We have high standards when it comes to hiring a MCAT tutor to work with us. First and foremost, we require that all of our tutors receive competitive scores on the MCAT. Since you are choosing to study under the guidance of a Chicago MCAT tutor, it only makes sense that (s)he has performed exceptionally on the MCAT. Working with your tutor, you will learn new strategies, and apply each lesson to real MCAT sample questions. Our tutors share the strategy they mastered while studying for the MCAT, in addition to going over all content.

Our Approach

We start off by learning about our MCAT students. In order to provide effective and personalized private MCAT tutoring, it is important that we understand your history and struggles with the MCAT. Some of the information we seek includes:

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    Our Tutors are Superhuman

    Sometime ago MCAT tutoring became a product, with huge companies focused on meager average score increases. One medical student was unsatisfied with the status quo and co-founded Tutor the People with the goal of personalizing MCAT test prep based on the needs of the individual student, not the needs of a focus group. We hire tutors who not only received top scores on the MCAT, but also have a passion and skill for teaching their students how to recreate their success on test day.

     

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    Free Trial and Higher Score or Your Money Back

    Not sure how much MCAT tutoring you need? We offer a Free Introductory Hour to all of our packages. You can expand all of our MCAT test prep study packages at the same discounted package rate, and all unused hours are refundable.

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    Individualized Study Plan and Materials

    We provide a free copy of our book, MCAT Math: Strategies and Practice Problems, and AAMC® materials with every tutoring package so you and your tutor can create a MCAT tutoring study plan for your following meetings. Meetings will be tailored based on your MCAT performance and the foundation of your existing knowledge. Already satisfied with your study materials? Perfect. Our tutors have your materials too. If you need advice on which materials to use, just ask your MCAT tutor or your medical student advisor that offers free prep and application advice with each package.

After we learn about each student and their experience with the exam, our team then matches you with the best Chicago MCAT tutor who matches your availability and your specific MCAT needs.

We specialize in taking an individualized approach with every student. Our Chicago MCAT tutors create a unique study plan for each student, one that is tailored to the student’s strengths and areas of improvement. In addition, we provide free AAMC® MCAT test prep materials to every student.

We also offer small group MCAT tutoring. The groups are formed on an as-needed basis, so whether you are an individual looking to form a group, or a group of friends/classmates who want to save some money on MCAT test prep, just contact us to form an MCAT study group. Group MCAT tutoring is offered both online and in-person.

Just starting your MCAT test prep? Here’s some information about the MCAT® Test:

The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is a computer-based standardized test that Admissions Committees use as a tool to determine your future medical school success. The exam is designed to assess problem solving skills, critical thinking, and knowledge of scientific concepts and principles. The MCAT is broken down into 4 sections:

The Total Score
  • Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
    118 to 132, Center at 125
  • Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills
    118 to 132, Center at 125
  • Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
    118 to 132, Center at 125
  • Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior
    Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior
Each of the 4 section scores sum up to the total score. The MCAT median score is 500, and the total MCAT score ranges from 472-528.

Chicago MCAT Tutors: Beyond the Exam

In addition to our exceptional 1-on-1 and group MCAT tutoring, our Chicago MCAT tutors also provide application help and personal statement revision. The entire medical school application process can seem daunting to pre-med students. Our Chicago MCAT tutors can help you make sense of the demanding process, and create a timeline and strategy for your application and extracurricular activities.

Medical Schools in Chicago

There are many excellent medical schools in Chicago, IL. If you are applying to med school in Chicago, you have many excellent programs to choose from. Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine is a very great MD school. Another option is Rush Medical College. Did you know that its namesake, Dr. Benjamin Rush, was the only MD with medical training to sign the Declaration of Independence?! This historically acclaimed campus would be an impressive place to study for your MD. Another great program is Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Practice on real MCAT sample questions

It is one thing to know the science content required for every pre-medical student. Successfully applying this scientific and medical knowledge to a standardized test is a much larger beast. In addition to providing some of the best MCAT instruction, we make sure that every student is practicing real sample MCAT questions.
It is crucial that students repeat and practice MCAT sample questions throughout their prep. We provide a free practice test to every student, and we train our tutors to provide students with helpful tricks and strategies for taking the computer-based, standardized MCAT exam.

More Info & Resources

Best places to study the MCAT in Chicago:

Loyola University: Stritch School Library is a great place to study and immerse yourself among the extensive medical book collection they offer.

Rush University Library also offers a vast collection of materials related to health sciences.

Northwestern’s Gatler Health Sciences Library is set in a beautiful and historical ambience.

Rosalind Franklin Library provides access to some of the most innovative biomedical and academic journals, as well as major medical databases.

University of Illinois – Library of Health Sciences contains collection of exam review books and classics of medicine.

University of Chicago – Pritzker Library provides access to all medical-related sciences materials, as well as emerging areas of biomedical research.

MCAT and Related Events in Chicago:

 

 

MCAT and Pre-Med Resources in Chicago:

If you are planning to apply to Pritzker School of Medicine, it would be wise to check out the Pritzker Admissions Section.

Loyola Pre-Health Advising offers a great resource for Loyola undergraduate students. Non-Loyola students could benefit from reviewing this link as well, for the general advice they offer for the medical school admissions process and the personal statement tips.

If you hope to gain admission to Rosalind Franklin University of Medical Sciences, check out the Rosalind Franklin Admissions FAQ to make sure you are fulfilling all requirements.

University of Illinois College of Medicine’s Pre-Med Advising also offers great insight into the overall med school application process and the protocol therein.

Northwestern’s Pre Med Advising offers great advice on the importance of relevant extracurricular activities on your medical application.

University of Chicago’s Blog on Pre-Med Students can read about a University of Chicago Pre-Med Student’s real experience in the process of pursuing a profession in medicine.

Illinois Institute of Technology PreMed Resources Offers various relevant pre-med and medical resources available for free online.

MCAT Testing Center Locations in Chicago, IL:

MCAT Testing in Chicago

We acknowledge that every student is unique, and we specialize in taking an individualized approach in every lesson. Our Chicago MCAT tutors create unique study plans tailored to each individual student’s needs. The MCAT study schedule is personalized for YOU alone in the one-on-one tutoring sessions.

In group MCAT tutoring, the tutor surveys the group’s needs as a whole, and then (s)he dedicates every lesson to the group’s needs, while applying each individual’s needs to the lesson plans.

Our tutoring prices are more affordable than our competitors and we offer extended payment plans so that all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential on the MCAT. We understand that the process of applying to medical school is a very expensive one. That’s why we provide students with expert MCAT tutoring to help them succeed, regardless of their financial backgrounds.

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