Unconventional strategies for the MCAT include techniques like interleaving—mixing different subjects or question types in a single study session—to strengthen problem-solving flexibility, and using active recall with spaced repetition to retain information long-term. Students can also simulate exam conditions at home, teaching concepts aloud as if explaining to someone else, or applying real-world scenarios to abstract concepts to deepen understanding. Small daily habits, such as reviewing a few flashcards during breaks, summarizing readings in one sentence, or practicing timed questions for 15–20 minutes, compound over time, improving retention, speed, and confidence. These incremental tweaks often yield significant gains in comprehension and test-day performance.