When applying for a graduate-level program you may be required to take a standardized admission test, but how do you know which one you need to take?
Here’s a quick guide to help you find out which admission tests are most relevant to you. Click on the test name to learn more.
Note: Be sure to also check your program/school of interest for specific requirements.
| Test |
Who asks for it? |
| (MCAT) |
- Most medical schools require the MCAT.
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| (DAT/MDT) |
- Most dental programs require the DAT.
- Not all dental schools require the MDT portion.
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| (PCAT) |
- No Canadian schools require the PCAT but it may be required for US programs.
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| (GRE) |
- Graduate programs including some business and law programs require the GRE.
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| (LSAT) |
- Required for most law programs
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| (Casper) |
- For UBC Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Undergraduate Nursing, and other programs.
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| (DELF/DALF) |
- Required if you wish to teach in French or certify your French-language skills
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| (OAT) |
- Required for admission to all US and some Canadian optometry schools.
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