Built for high scorers. Designed to break 520.
The 1SM MCAT Bootcamp
This is not another general prep course. It’s a focused, high-impact sprint designed to help high achievers reach their full potential.

Why High Scorers Choose This Program
If you’re already scoring above 510 and aiming higher, this is your next step. The 1SM Bootcamp is an immersive, high-intensity prep experience built to help strong scorers break into the 520s and beyond.
Over 4, 6, or 8 weeks, you’ll follow a performance-driven plan led by expert instructors, with targeted study schedules, advanced content reviews, and live walkthroughs of the toughest AAMC and UWorld questions.
Everything is designed to refine your strategy, build speed and precision, and close the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

The 1SM Bootcamp is a fast-paced, high-performance prep experience built to push top scorers into the 520s.
High-Impact at Lower Cost
Elite MCAT prep for 70% the cost of industry giants. Our 99.9th percentile scoring tutors deliver expert guidance and flexibility without inflated overhead.
Efficient Prep Promise
We charge only for actual MCAT tutoring time, not small talk or breaks. Our promise: You’ll pay for no more than 95% of each meeting’s billable minutes.
Exceptional Customer Service
Gain access to high scorers, expert instructors, and unlimited resources—plus personal cell phone support from everyone involved!
Train with a 528 Scorer
and Maximize Your MCAT Performance Before
Test Day!
New Bootcamp iterations begin
every week!
Built on Live Interaction
- Live, intimate sessions with a cap on class size.
- We encourage questions, discussion, and off-script dives into high-yield topics that matter to you.
- 525+ scoring instructors who demonstrate exactly how to master MCAT-level passages.
Personalized Study Plan
Meet one-on-one with our MCAT Experts to build a tailored study plan.
- Augment Core Curriculum with Customizable Lecture components.
- Choose from live content review or prerecorded videos on the topics you need most.
- Combine question-based strategy sessions with optional deep-dive lectures to focus your efforts.
Flexible 4-to-8 Week Schedule
- 4-Week Track: For those who need a rapid, intense review before their upcoming exam.
- 8-Week Track: For those seeking a bit more flexibility or who want to dive deeper into optional content.
- Guaranteed 16 weeks of access:
- Enroll once and join as many iterations of the Bootcamp as you need within 16 weeks.
- If you test date changes or you need a retake, you can rejoin for free within that window.
State-of-the-art MCAT AI
- Get access to our proprietary AI (en enhanced GPT model fine-tuned with over 20,000 hours of MCAT instruction).
- Ask questions by uploading screenshots of passages or concepts you’re struggling with, and receive MCAT-style practice questions generated in real time.
- Get instant explanations that mirror the thought process of a top scorer, helping you reinforce concepts anytime, anywhere.
With your test date around the corner, now is the time to focus on efficiency. Turbocharge your prep with 1SM founder and 528-scoring instructor,
Joe Kellum, and face the MCAT with confidence!
Bootcamp Format and Schedule
LIVE SESSIONS
- Question-Based Lectures where you learn the optimal approach to real AAMC passages.
- 80 Hours of Live Instruction.
- Office Hours multiple times per week for open Q&A.
- Live Classes meet 8–10 pm EDT on weekdays and 2–4 pm/4–6 pm EDT on weekends, with a minimum of 6 days per week of live instruction.
LIVE SESSIONS
- AMC Full-Length Exams Weekly with instructor-led debrief post-test
- All AAMC Section Bank Questions (Vol. 1 & 2)
- 600 questions total, with expert-led reviews and insights
- 4 CARS Strategy Specialty Lectures
- Dive into AAMC CARS Question Packs & learn how to deconstruct complex passages.
LIVE SESSIONS
- Optional content refreshers across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, and Sociology.
- Pick and choose what you need to review based on your own strengths and weaknesses.
- Every lecture comes with Core and Optional assignments (primarily AAMC & UWorld).
Overview
LIVE SESSIONS
- Question-Based Lectures where you learn the optimal approach to real AAMC passages.
- 80 Hours of Live Instruction.
- Office Hours multiple times per week for open Q&A.
- Live Classes meet 8–10 pm EDT on weekdays and 2–4 pm/4–6 pm EDT on weekends, with a minimum of 6 days per week of live instruction.
Core Curriculum Lectures
LIVE SESSIONS
- AMC Full-Length Exams Weekly with instructor-led debrief post-test
- All AAMC Section Bank Questions (Vol. 1 & 2)
- 600 questions total, with expert-led reviews and insights
- 4 CARS Strategy Specialty Lectures
- Dive into AAMC CARS Question Packs & learn how to deconstruct complex passages.
Optional Curriculum Lectures
LIVE SESSIONS
- Optional content refreshers across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, and Sociology.
- Pick and choose what you need to review based on your own strengths and weaknesses.
- Every lecture comes with Core and Optional assignments (primarily AAMC & UWorld).
Ready to Hit Your Highest Score Yet?
New bootcamp cycles start every week. Secure your spot now and start prepping with expert guidance built for top scorers.

MCAT Bootcamp Program with Optional 1-on-1 Support
Choose to enroll in the Bootcamp on its own or add tutoring for extra support where you need it most.
What Our Students Say
“The tutoring and classes improved my practice test scores, practice passage scores, the way I think, and the way I interpret passages and questions.”
Anush
“They have such an amazing grasp on the MCAT material. I honestly recommend 1SM to every single person I meet.”
Kiana
“With their experienced tutors and supportive team, they provide the perfect environment for students to succeed.”
George
“As someone who tried traditional MCAT prep companies, 1 Source has been a game changer”
Maryam
Still not sure which program is right for you?

When you book a consultation, you won’t be speaking to a call center or a salesperson - you’ll speak directly with one of our expert tutors who scored 525+ on the MCAT.
They’ll assess where you are, where you want to go, and recommend a strategy that’s tailored to your unique goals and timeline.
We’ll talk through your current prep, identify your strengths and weak points, and help you figure out the smartest next step – even if it’s not with us.