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Thomson Prometric Signs Exclusive International MCAT Contract 

Baltimore, Md. – April 13, 2004 – Thomson Prometric, the global leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment services and part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC), today announced their agreement with the Association of American Medical Colleges to convert the paper and pencil International Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) to a computer-based format, and deliver the test through the Thomson Prometric Global Testing Center Network for the next two years. 

The Association requested potential vendors develop and deliver the pilot computer-based International MCAT for review.  Based on the delivery of the International MCAT pilot, the Association chose Thomson Prometric based on its unparalleled global presence, established worldwide channel and experience in delivering global computer-based programs. 

"We were impressed with Thomson Prometric's flexibility and attention to detail," said Ellen Julian, vice president of MCAT.  "We are looking forward to working with Thomson Prometric to provide all of MCAT's International computer-based tests for the next two years."

The computer-based exam will offer greater test taking flexibility and accessibility.  The security of the Thomson Prometric Global Testing Center Network also adds to the validity of the prestigious exam for medical school prospects – and helps ensure only the qualified are authorized toward practicing medicine.

"We are extremely pleased about our collaboration with the Association of American Medical Colleges," said Alison Indrisano, Thomson Prometric senior vice president of Client Services and Support.  "I firmly believe Thomson Prometric's leading international computer-based testing presence is a great fit for the prestigious MCAT.  Our history of successfully converting and unveiling computer-based testing programs is why Thomson Prometric continues to demonstrate why it is the global industry leader."

The International MCAT will be available in the cities of Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, Tokyo, Paris, London, Beirut, Lebanon, New Delhi, Bangalore, Frankfurt and Johannesburg. 

About The Thomson Corporation and Prometric
The Thomson Corporation (http://www.thomson.com/), with 2003 revenues of $7.6 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information solutions to business and professional customers.  Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to more than 20 million users in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, higher education, reference information, corporate training and assessment, scientific research and healthcare.  With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson has approximately 43,000 employees and provides services in approximately 130 countries.  The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC). Its learning businesses and brands serve the needs of individuals, learning institutions, corporations and government agencies with products and services for both traditional and distributed learning.

Thomson Prometric (www.prometric.com) is the global leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment services for academic, professional, government, corporate and information technology markets.   Thomson Prometric delivers standardized tests for 300 clients, in 26 languages, over the Web or through a global network of testing centers in 134 countries. Based in Baltimore, Md., Thomson Prometric employs 3,000 employees worldwide.
 

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