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SN1 vs SN2 is one of the most tested reaction mechanisms on both the DAT and OAT, and many students still struggle to decide which pathway a substitution reaction will follow. Dr. Romano breaks down the key concepts step-by-step in this short teaching video. What this video covers: • The...

Sheldon has 60 fewer apps on his phone than Patricia.Patricia has 5× as many apps as Sheldon.If their total number of apps were divided evenly among three friends, how many apps would each friend receive? A) 12 B) 15 C) 30 D) 20 E) 10 Answer: C Let S = Sheldon and P = Patricia S = P – 60...

DAT and OAT Math Practice Question (From Our Math Instructor) Max and Dave received a combined test score of 140. Max’s score was Z times higher than Dave’s. How much did Dave score in terms of Z? A) 140/(Z+1) B) 140/(Z−1) C) Z/(140+1) D) 1/(140+Z) E) Z/(1−140) Solution Let: M = Max’s...

Hey everyone, for those in Georgia, there will be an online pre-dental conference occurring this fall, if anyone is interested!

Here's another DAT Question of the Day straight from Dr. Romano! Test yourself and then check the solution on slide two. 💥 Slide 1: Problem Slide 2: Solution

Welcome to the DAT & OAT FAQ and Student Score Hub by DAT Destroyer This thread is a free resource created to help pre-dental and pre-optometry students succeed. Whether you have questions about the DAT, the OAT, or just want to connect with others on the same journey, you’re in the right...

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Here’s a high-yield DAT biology question for anyone prepping this cycle: The bacteria involved in the production of dental caries is…? A. Streptococcus mutans B. Enterococcus C. Yersinia pestis D. Streptococcus pyogenes E. Bordetella pertussis Answer: A is correct! Explanation: The...

Hello, I plan to study for the DAT this fall through my fall semester in undergrad. I was wondering if anyone has tips or experience on what study schedule works best for this type of situation, I plan on starting in September and taking the DAT beginning of January. My winter break is...

📘 DAT Daily Practice — pH Question Here's a great no-calculator-style problem students should be ready for: A) 7.0 × 10⁻⁵ M B) 2.0 × 10⁻⁶ M ✅ C) 1.0 × 10⁻⁵ M D) 1.0 × 10⁻⁶ M E) 3.0 × 10⁻⁵ M Correct answer: B Don’t forget on the real DAT, these no-calculator mental math questions come fast...

Today’s DAT Question of the Day is inspired by three of our summer students — Milana, Natalee, and Adina (see their avatars below!): What Phylum do they represent? a) Homo sapien b) Primate c) Eukaryota d) Mammalia e) Chordata f) Animalia Post your answer below before peeking! (Second image...

If you're feeling stuck with self-study or overwhelmed by the amount of material, our live Zoom-based DAT & OAT classes might be the structure you need this fall. The course is taught by Dr. Jim Romano, creator of the DAT & OAT Destroyer books, and Professor Barengolts, a former NYU Chemistry...

If you’re struggling with Biology on the DAT (or haven’t taken it in a while), don’t go it alone. Dr. Romano — creator of the DAT Destroyer — offers free help every day inside our Facebook Study Group, including: ✅ Daily Bio questions along with Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry and Math...

Just wanted to share another incredible DAT score update from one of our recent DAT Destroyer Online Class students who used the DAT Destroyer and attended our live Zoom course. 📊 Scores: Organic Chemistry: 600 Biology: 590 TS: 560 AA: 520 And here’s what he had to say: 💥 Real prep...

Dr. Romano breaks it down in just 15 seconds. Not a walk through the woods — this is a real DAT Biology concept students often miss. 🎥 Watch the reel: 📘 Study Smart. Study Destroyer.

Here’s a quick DAT Biology concept that shows up all the time — the difference between homodonts and heterodonts. 🦈 Dr. Jim Romano, creator of the DAT Destroyer, breaks it down in under a minute with his signature clarity and speed. 📘 Study Smart. Study Destroyer. 🧠 Trusted by pre-dental...

Jamielynn shared her honest experience using the DAT Destroyer to prep — and her results speak for themselves. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or not sure which resource to trust… this might help you see what's possible. 📘 Study Smart. Study Destroyer. 🧠 Trusted by pre-dental students...

Hey future dentists! 🦷 Check out this quick DAT tip on the Michael Reaction from Dr. Jim Romano, creator of the DAT Destroyer. This short clip highlights a key mechanistic step students often overlook in DAT organic questions. 🎥 Watch it here: If this helped, let us know—we’ve got more...

Just sharing a short tip video on ether cleavage — a reaction type that shows up more often than you’d expect on the DAT. 📹 Watch the video on Instagram Dr. Jim Romano explains it clearly in under 30 seconds. If you’re reviewing acid-catalyzed reactions or SN1/SN2-type mechanisms, this is a...

“No Timed Tests. No Shortcuts. Just Results — Score below 🔍 “Sharing My DAT Breakdown — DAT Destroyer Was All I Used”

Are you going back to school after a break? Balancing DAT prep with a job or family? You’re not alone. We just published a free guide specifically for non-traditional students preparing for the DAT. Whether you’re a career-changer, a parent, or just someone who’s returning to science after...

Hi guys, In need of your advice. I’m a non-traditional applicant who’ve decided to apply to dental schools next year. I am taking a summer class right now but I don’t think it’ll be a strong LOR from this professor. I plan on taking only one more Fall semester class since I will be working...

We’re thrilled to share that one of our students, Nicole, was recently accepted into the NYU College of Dentistry (Class of 2029)! She worked hard, stayed focused, and pushed through all the ups and downs of the application process. We’re so proud of her achievement, and we hope her story...

I know the answer is probably yes but i just need to hear it. I got: QR 420 RC 380 BIO 390 GC 350 OC 420 TS 390 PAT 410 AA 390 I used Bootcamp, I'm thinking of using booster this time around (drop any promo codes) Super disappointed in my GC score, i sat down and felt like i forgot...

Hi everyone, this is my first ever post after reading numerous others! Kind of excited. I plan to apply to Dental School this cycle! For context, I have a 2.98 cGPA (not sure on the sGPA yet), but I was diagnosed with a learning disability in my senior year of college (+ entering college...

Hey all, I completed my undergrad in Biology with a 3.3 gpa and made the dreadful mistake of attending an SMP program. I was not doing too well in the program because of all sorts of personal issues and because of family health issues, so I decided to withdraw from it in the last semester. I...

Help me choose between NYU, Temple or Touro please. Factors are cost, area, clinical experience, overall opinions from students in terms of happiness and how they feel at the school, and anything else that is important to know.

Overall GPA: oGPA: 3.0 (my GPA was a 2.4 when I graduated college, I've been taking upper levels science courses at the UC extension schools and local community college since I graduated (2022)) graduate GPA: 3.9 all A's but got one A- :( will have about 20+ credits when I apply Science GPA...

Hi guys, new here. So this has been on my mind lately and I haven’t been able to think straight. My overall GPA is 3.32 with all of my undergraduate studies combined. I obtained a 3.29 GPA after 2 years at a community college, a 3.55 GPA at the university i transferred to and, the part that’s...

Hi everyone! I honestly hate that I have to make this post, it definitely feels intimidating but I was looking for some advice. So a little background: I transferred to a different college my sophomore year (I am currently a junior) and as a transfer, I was planning on taking organic chemistry...

Hi everyone! I graduated early in December 2022. I was a premed and ultimately decided not to pursue a medical degree a couple of months after I graduated. It was in October when I first began shadowing a dentist and realized I could see myself being a dentist. That being said, I'm incredibly...

Pre-dental student here applying to the Army and Navy HPSP. I have already done my MEPS for Army and still have to get my physical checked off for Navy. I am aware that MEPS only needs to be completed once and that recruiters can share MEPS info amongst each other. However, I am also aware that...

Application for 2024 Opened! Dear future SHPEP applicant, My name is Jaliya Deandrade and I am an ambassador for the Summer Health Professions Education Program. I have assisted many people in their application process to SHPEP, and aim to gain as many people interested in the program as...

I am a Minnesota resident and was invited for an interview at Minnesota School of Dentistry via email on 8/10/2023. I interviewed on 9/7 (the first day of interviews), but have not heard back from any of the OOS schools that I applied to yet. Should I be worried? Date of submission: 6/14...

Hey predents, as the cycle is just starting to heat up, I thought I'd try and extend a little AMA for you guys. I'm about a month and a half into my D1 year at the University of Minnesota. I realize this isn't a full year under the belt. Still, even before I started I was pretty nervous about...

Hello all pre-dents! The ADEA AADSAS app for the 2023-2024 cycle is now open! It would be a good idea to jump in now and start filling it out, answering questions, and uploading transcripts to help speed up the process for when you want to apply! This will save you a few hours, or more, of...

Hi! This is my first post so I am not sure if I am doing this correctly lol but I wanted some advice. I just found out that I failed my second calc 1 exam after a week and a half of studying. I am going to drop the class because there is no way that I will be able to pass with a C. Before I get...

Hi, I am trying to find summer opportunities as a pre-dental student, and I am wondering what counts as "clinical" hours in order to be accepted to dental school. Would transporting patients in a hospital/ volunteering at a hospital count towards the clinical hours for dental school, or do I...