Freshman to Junior Year: Preparing for the Application The first few years of your undergraduate education should be spent fulfilling prerequisites, excelling in your coursework, and beginning to gather experiences related to dentistry. It’s also crucial to start preparing for the Dental Admission Test (DAT) during this period. Spring of Junior Year: Take the DAT …

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Understanding GPA for Dental School Applicants A GPA is a measure of a student’s academic success during their time in college. But how does this translate when applying to dental schools? The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) has data indicating that the average GPA for students enrolling in dental school was around a 3.55 (on …

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Are you considering a career in dentistry? If so, understanding the prerequisites for dental school is a crucial step on your journey. Becoming a dentist requires not only a deep passion for oral health but also a solid educational foundation to build upon. Academic Prerequisites Most dental schools in the United States and Canada require …

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