Stress reduction has always been key to maximize efficiency and maintain your sanity while studying for the DAT. With the amount of information that needs to be learned for this test, combined with the high-stakes nature of the exam, it’s really easy to get caught up in the pressure of it all. At best, this Read More

As if studying for the DAT wasn’t stressful enough… Studying for the DAT has always been challenging and stress-filled, even before the unique circumstances and challenges introduced by a pandemic. We at DAT Bootcamp understand how this situation has the potential to add more stress to an already stressful situation, and we’re here to help. Read More

When dental programs look at your DAT scores, the first thing they look at is the Academic Average. The Academic Average is useful for admissions committees because it is a relative indicator of how well you performed overall on the DAT.  The Academic Average is calculated by taking the arithmetic average of your scores from Read More

One of the best ways to tell if you’re ready to take the DAT is to simulate the entire 5 hour DAT exam experience. You’ll find out what areas you still need to focus on, get an estimated score, and build your test taking stamina. It’s also nice to familiarize yourself with how the DAT Read More

Congratulations, predents! You have become so skilled at the perceptual ability test that the test makers decided to make the PAT harder. How did they try to do this? Rock keyholes. Rock keyholes involve a 3D object that is multifaceted, a more disorganized version of a gemstone. This can intimidate if you’re not prepared. As Read More

This week we invited Bootcamp team member Alex Takshyn to share some things you need to know about the dental school interview process. Alex is matriculating to his top choice dental school, The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Alex helps pre-dental students build an exceptional application so they too can get accepted into Read More