A clinically-validated digital cognitive assessment for healthcare providers, researchers, and individuals.
10 minutes · Instant results · Create a personal account after completing the assessment to track results over time
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Boston Cognitive Assessment (BoCA™) is a scientifically validated, self-administered digital cognitive assessment designed for clinical, research, and personal use.
Complete in under 10 minutes, BoCA™ evaluates cognitive performance across eight domains using randomized, non-repeating tasks - minimizing practice effects and supporting reliable longitudinal tracking. As an online, automatically scored tool, BoCA™ is used by researchers for serial assessment of global cognition in clinical trials studying Alzheimer's, COVID fog, anesthesia, and cancer treatment.
Developed and maintained by Boston Cognitive, BoCA™ is the same tool used by doctors, clinics, and researchers worldwide - and is free to use today. Optional paid features are available for providers and program members.
For common questions about taking the test, accounts, privacy, and results, see the BoCA FAQ.
BoCA™ evaluates eight key cognitive domains using scientifically validated tasks. The total maximum score is 30. Higher scores indicate better cognitive performance.
BoCA™ is suitable for serial assessment in clinical, research, and individual use, supporting early detection and ongoing monitoring of cognitive change.
BoCA™ has been validated in multiple studies. In one study, participants with cognitive disorders scored significantly lower in both the BoCA™ and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Test for Dementia compared to normal controls. In another study, participants with cognitive disorders scored significantly lower in both the BoCA™ and Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status (TICS) compared to normal controls. Analyses revealed strong correlation between BoCA™ and MoCA (r = 0.85, p < 0.01) and strong correlation with the Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status (r=0.80, p < 0.01). BoCA™ showed strong test-retest reliability of the total BoCA™ score one week after participants' initial administration (r=0.89, p< 0.001).
Read more about our evidence-based approach to brain health on the Boston Cognitive validation page.
Longitudinal monitoring is essential for testing novel interventions designed to reduce or reverse cognitive aging. BoCA™ is an invaluable tool for long-term cognitive monitoring. As an online instrument, BoCA™ evaluates global cognition through tasks spanning eight domains commonly included in other familiar screening instruments (e.g., wordlist learning and delayed recall, repeating numerical sequences forward and backward, executive functioning, mental arithmetic, visuospatial reasoning, language, and orientation).
BoCA™ uses randomly generated, non-repeating stimuli when assessing each domain, enhancing its utility for serial assessment and long-term monitoring of cognitive status. It is automatically scored and designed to reduce the risks of practice effects, making it especially beneficial for research projects requiring cognitive tracking.
BoCA™ is currently utilized in dozens of clinical trials studying the effects of cognitive interventions, pharmaceutical treatments for Alzheimer's disease, COVID fog, anesthesia and preoperative treatment, long-term effects of cancer drugs, and other interventional studies of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Research methods, validation, and data export info are also covered in the BoCA FAQ.
BoCA™ is designed to support healthcare providers in delivering efficient, scalable, and evidence-informed cognitive care. From early detection to ongoing monitoring, BoCA™ enables self-administered testing in clinical or remote settings - with results mapped to key cognitive domains like memory, attention, and executive function.
It fits seamlessly into CPT-aligned workflows, supporting reimbursable care delivery without requiring extra time or staffing. BoCA™ is already used by clinics, hospitals, and telehealth providers nationwide.
Discover how BoCA™ integrates with Boston Cognitive's care planning, analytics, and patient engagement tools.
Have questions? Read the updated BoCA FAQ.
BoCA™ lets you check in on your cognitive function - anytime, from anywhere. This 10-minute, self-guided test helps you understand how your brain is working across key areas like memory, attention, and executive function.
Whether proactively monitoring your brain health or simply curious, BoCA™ gives you fast, research-based insight you can trust.
Complete your first assessment to create a free personal account and track your cognitive health over time.
Prefer a mobile app? Check out BoCA App for iOS.
Have questions? Read the updated BoCA FAQ.
BoCA™ is part of Boston Cognitive's comprehensive approach to cognitive health. Learn more about our Platform for Healthcare Providers, our evidence-based Boston Cognitive Program, or visit BostonCognitive.com to discover our research and mission.
Disclaimer: Boston Cognitive tools are designed to support cognitive health monitoring and lifestyle modification. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Our assessments and programs do not provide medical advice, therapy, or clinical diagnosis. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider.