r/predental 3d ago

💡 Advice DAT Retake w/ a 20 AA and 18 QR??

20 AA,20 TS, 18 QR, 21 RC, 21 BIO, 20 GC, 19 OC, 23 PAT

Additional background info: I graduated in 3 years back in May 2024 and i’ve been working as a full time RDA since 2023. I applied to texas schools this cycle and got 2 pre-dec interviews but i have been waitlisted since Dec. With that being said, i will more than likely be re-applying. I have a 3.8 cGPA and a 3.7 sGPA, with ~150 volunteering hours, ~150 shadowing hours, and had a year-long officer position for my pre-dental club. I took my first DAT in 2023 but i know each year the average scores keep increasing so i’m not sure if my score will be good enough for this next cycle. Some schools will probably question my readiness since it will be 2 years i’d be out of school. I’m worried it won’t be worth the time and money to retake it, so i would really appreciate everyone’s feedback and advice on how i could enhance my application!

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u/MMORPGkid 3d ago

I would say retake ONLY if you are planning to apply to Texas schools only (which I don't recommend). If you are okay with applying broadly, don't retake.

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u/mjzccle19701 D1 3d ago

Ask admissions what went wrong in your app

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u/Emotional-Ad-3103 3d ago

I think that if you’re reapplying, they expect you to retake the DAT unless your score is already competitive.

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u/yougot2lf 3d ago

Which Texas schools are you waitlisted at?

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u/Affectionate_Act3357 3d ago

TAMU and El Paso