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[rraspirer]

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Hey guys! I'm a hopeful pre-dental student and very nervous about my chances of getting in to dental school. I'm currently going into my sophomore year as an undergrad and would love some advice. Here's some info about me:
Molecular Neuroscience Major~ GPA: 3.34 so far (freshman year wasn't my hottest)
Gen Chem 1: B
Gen Chem 2: C
OChem 1: A
Molecular Bio: B+
I plan to have 300 hours of volunteering at a hospital. I'm working at a dental office for the next 3 years.
I plan on shadowing about 150 hours. I'm researching in a lab for the next 2-3 semesters. I also have a lot of leadership roles within my church.

Assuming I crush my DAT, what do you think my chances are at a dental school like NYU? Or anywhere in the area. Do I even need research? I don't want to give up on my dream! Thank you in advance!

 

[BeaverLover]

Or, that DAT could possibly crush you. Much less accurate predication without having DAT so it could go either way

 

[rhp22]

I had a 3.28 after my first year and now while I'm applying my gpa is a 3.65. Anything is possible as long as you learn to improve your studying habits and more importantly put in the hard work

 

[DodobirdFiance]

There isn't much to say at this point because you haven't taken your DAT yet. Looking at those Gen chem scores, you should study a lot for GC section in DAT.

Research experience will definitely help, but I don't think it's necessary. A lot of people don't do research and get into the dental schools without any problem.
Also, you should research because you enjoy it, not because it is needed on the resume.