After the DAT

[shyfox9p]

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Hi guys. So I just wanted to know what happens next or what I need to do. I submitted my application on June 2nd and took my DAT on July 30th.
My friend said that I should call my schools on a weekly basis, but I'm not even sure what I should ask or say. For the schools that accept the unofficial score report, I sent it to them today.
This is my first time applying so I'd appreciate any advice/tips

 

[DATtestTho]

I feel like calling them every week will make them hate you...Your dat scores should be uploaded within 14-20 days. Nothing really left for you to do. Id say only start inquiring around September.

 

[sjv]

Hi guys. So I just wanted to know what happens next or what I need to do. I submitted my application on June 2nd and took my DAT on July 30th.
My friend said that I should call my schools on a weekly basis, but I'm not even sure what I should ask or say. For the schools that accept the unofficial score report, I sent it to them today.
This is my first time applying so I'd appreciate any advice/tips

Did you submit your supplemental/secondary applications/fees? Weekly basis is a bit too often IMO, not much will change from week to week. Other than that, not much else to do but wait. You can prepare answers for common interview questions in the mean time.

 

[shyfox9p]

Did you submit your supplemental/secondary applications/fees? Weekly basis is a bit too often IMO, not much will change from week to week. Other than that, not much else to do but wait. You can prepare answers for common interview questions in the mean time.

I'm only missing two secondaries. Both have essays so I'm gonna take them to the writing center at my school to make sure the prompts are answered correctly. That's a good idea about preparing for interview questions. Thanks I really appreciate it. From the both you

 

[Glimmer1991]

Other than churning out those secondary essays (got those done, LOL!), just sit back and wait. DEFINITELY do not call them every week!

I agree with @sjv that now is a good time to start preparing for interviews. Use the interview feedback pages for the various schools you've applied to and start thinking of some general answers for the questions that people have provided. 🙂

 

[Dental990DDS]

Do NOT call a lot. I tried to find something important to call about once a month (like confirming that they have received your application and nothing is missing, your DAT, or your Academic Update for your Fall 2014 grades in January).

Most of the schools I interviewed at were recommending not to contact them a lot, but it is still good to show your interest in their schools by following up.