IMAT 2020 news, updates, and preparation tips

Quick facts about the IMAT

Test formatTest scoring and rulesTest date, locations, and priceSample past papers

60 multiple choice questions (10 logical reasoning, 12 culture and general knowledge, 18 biology, 12 chemistry, 8 physics and math). 5 possible answers. Negative points for wrong answers. 100 minutes to complete exam.
Test date: est. September, 2020 (exact date to be announced approx. in May 2020)

Negative scoring: +1.5 point for correct answer, 0 for no answer, -0.4 points for wrong answer (guessing)
No calculators and no periodic tables are given or allowed.
Maximum possible mark: 90 points
Minimal score for admission (varies according to demand): approx. 37 points

Cost: GBP 114, EUR 130, or USD 164
Test is held once per year and valid for all public medical schools in English in Italy for entry in the same year.
Test date: est. September, 2020 (exact date to be announced approx. in May 2020)
Locations: The IMAT can be taken in most major cities (NY, Dubai, London, Tel Aviv, Athens, Barcelona, see all test locations.).

All past IMAT papers can be downloaded as PDFs here.

How to prepare for IMAT

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IMAT 2020 News and updates

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IMAT exam dates and application

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IMAT topics list

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IMAT Books and preparation tips updated for 2018

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IMAT Online Course: How do you pass the IMAT?

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