25 and just decided to finally go to college but have questions.

[limdca87]

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My passion was always to become a dentist. The field is pretty interesting to me. I have a few questions for everyone because I would like to start out as much as I can on the correct path from the start.

What classes should I be taking at my junior college before I transfer to a university? (The staff isn't very helpful)

When did you decide your major?

Did you major in any of the sciences or another area?

Any other info you have for me is appreciated.

Thanks



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[Jbrowndds]

so you have no college credits at all?

 

[Paperclipz]

My passion was always to become a dentist. The field is pretty interesting to me. I have a few questions for everyone because I would like to start out as much as I can on the correct path from the start.

What classes should I be taking at my junior college before I transfer to a university? (The staff isn't very helpful)

When did you decide your major?

Did you major in any of the sciences or another area?

Any other info you have for me is appreciated.

Thanks



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Congrats on starting college!

If you are starting at a Junior College first, try to get all the general classes out of the way (for ex. any of the undergrad requirements that are needed like History, basic math courses)...this way when you transfer to a University, you can concentrate solely on the harder sciences and it will make your life a whole lot easier. I personally started my major at a 4-year University but many of my friends that started just like you are now, did that and they have been quite successful thus far.

It would help if you majored in a Science. If you were to do a Biology degree, the classes that are prereqs for Dental School are covered in the major so you would be set. Remember, you can major in anything you want and take the required classes needed for Dental School on the side but again, with a science degree it's just easier.

Once you transfer to a university, take the classes like Biology, general chem, organic chem and physics, and english composition. This way when you apply to Dental School, they can see that you took all of their mandatory prerequisite classes at a University level.

Best of luck!

 

[nikond600]

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[limdca87]

None at all

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[limdca87]

so you have no college credits at all?

None at all

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[limdca87]

Congrats on starting college!

If you are starting at a Junior College first, try to get all the general classes out of the way (for ex. any of the undergrad requirements that are needed like History, basic math courses)...this way when you transfer to a University, you can concentrate solely on the harder sciences and it will make your life a whole lot easier. I personally started my major at a 4-year University but many of my friends that started just like you are now, did that and they have been quite successful thus far.

It would help if you majored in a Science. If you were to do a Biology degree, the classes that are prereqs for Dental School are covered in the major so you would be set. Remember, you can major in anything you want and take the required classes needed for Dental School on the side but again, with a science degree it's just easier.

Once you transfer to a university, take the classes like Biology, general chem, organic chem and physics, and english composition. This way when you apply to Dental School, they can see that you took all of their mandatory prerequisite classes at a University level.

Best of luck!

Thanks for all the info. Its hard to even get just that info alone out of any councilors at the JC I plan to attend.

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[dchoi]

i think you should just major in bio or somethign at your CC and take all the prereq courses there. Then when you transfer, do well in all your upperdiv science courses and your DAT. you will be fine.

 

[limdca87]

i think you should just major in bio or somethign at your CC and take all the prereq courses there. Then when you transfer, do well in all your upperdiv science courses and your DAT. you will be fine.

Thanks

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[Jbrowndds]

You know what, not having any credits is actually a good thing. At least you dont have a degree with a 2.somthing gpa having to bring it up. You have a fresh start. My advice is to take school very serious. You dont have time for slack. Take your general studies at cc and then transfer as soon as you get the chance. Its good to have 14-15+ credits a semester however, its been a while since you have been in school so I suggest that you start off with about 12 credits. You may need to take a college placement test just to see if you need remedial classes so brush up on your math a little. Remember!!! If you take a remedial class it does not count for credits so you want to try and test out of those. Its better to take less classes and make A's than take on more than you can handle and sacrifice you GPA. Your GPA is like your credit score. Its your baby. Dont let anyone screw it up ;P Meet with a counsler so you can get a better idea of what classes you need to take. Try and keep the science classes for the university. General bio and Chem are fine though. Thats my advice lol. Hope that helps.

 

[Jbrowndds]

Thanks for all the info. Its hard to even get just that info alone out of any councilors at the JC I plan to attend.

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If its hard to talk to your advisors then if the university you plan on attending is close to you just stop by and talk to them. The answers are out there you just have to know where to go.

 

[limdca87]

You know what, not having any credits is actually a good thing. At least you dont have a degree with a 2.somthing gpa having to bring it up. You have a fresh start. My advice is to take school very serious. You dont have time for slack. Take your general studies at cc and then transfer as soon as you get the chance. Its good to have 14-15+ credits a semester however, its been a while since you have been in school so I suggest that you start off with about 12 credits. You may need to take a college placement test just to see if you need remedial classes so brush up on your math a little. Remember!!! If you take a remedial class it does not count for credits so you want to try and test out of those. Its better to take less classes and make A's than take on more than you can handle and sacrifice you GPA. Your GPA is like your credit score. Its your baby. Dont let anyone screw it up ;P Meet with a counsler so you can get a better idea of what classes you need to take. Try and keep the science classes for the university. General bio and Chem are fine though. Thats my advice lol. Hope that helps.

Thanks for allllllllllll that info. I definitely appreciate it. Will definitely message you if I have more questions.

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[jeffity]

I'm assuming you've shadowed a little. If not, go do a bit of that before you do anything else. Really, really, really decide this is for you. Explore the financial commitment too. I'm not throwing this out there to be negative. You see the occasional applicant who wakes up and freaks out one day when they realize just how much debt they may find themselves in and who get frightened easily at the smallest possibility that their dental fairly tale might have some bumps and struggles along the way.

Zero credits? Are you sure?

 

[chingaling]

My passion was always to become a dentist. The field is pretty interesting to me. I have a few questions for everyone because I would like to start out as much as I can on the correct path from the start.

What classes should I be taking at my junior college before I transfer to a university? (The staff isn't very helpful)

When did you decide your major?

Did you major in any of the sciences or another area?

Any other info you have for me is appreciated.

Thanks



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I would have to disagree with some of the previous posters. While they are right that you would get all the requirements out of the way, as long as you have dentistry in mind and take all the requirements for dental school, you can major in anything you like AND have an easier load in college. You also look more well- rounded, like you have other interests. Ultimately, it's everyone's personal choice, but based on personal experience, I would say major in something that has always interested you besides science, as long as you are on top of your requirements for dental school. There are so many interesting majors out there that would kinda be useless in terms of getting a job (don't want to mention any b/c I don't want to offend anyone). If you know dentistry is your goal and work hard at achieving your ultimate goal- why not major in a fascinating subject that has no real-world use besides the pursuit of knowledge?! Your ultimate goal is dentistry...why not have an easier/more interesting experience getting there? Just wanted to give another opinion...good luck!

 

[danchoi03]

I would have to disagree with some of the previous posters. While they are right that you would get all the requirements out of the way, as long as you have dentistry in mind and take all the requirements for dental school, you can major in anything you like AND have an easier load in college. You also look more well- rounded, like you have other interests. Ultimately, it's everyone's personal choice, but based on personal experience, I would say major in something that has always interested you besides science, as long as you are on top of your requirements for dental school. There are so many interesting majors out there that would kinda be useless in terms of getting a job (don't want to mention any b/c I don't want to offend anyone). If you know dentistry is your goal and work hard at achieving your ultimate goal- why not major in a fascinating subject that has no real-world use besides the pursuit of knowledge?! Your ultimate goal is dentistry...why not have an easier/more interesting experience getting there? Just wanted to give another opinion...good luck!

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[BMEEngineer]

I would be extra careful with the Junior College classes. Start taking a look at what dental schools you think you might be interested in, and make sure that they accept any junior college coursework. I know I have read on at least one of the school's websites that they won't accept any prerequisite work from a junior college (gen chem, organic chem, biochem (if your school applies), English, physics, and a few others)

 

[periopocket]

Just ace all your classes...you have the advantage of being mature!