DAT? MCAT? OAT? PCAT?

[jchardy]

Hey everyone,

I'm finishing up my first year this winter semester. I want to go into the medical field, not sure exactly which profession yet, however. Most likely only a 4 year program (post undergrad) haha. What is the best way to prepare for all admission exams in one (for most health professions). I want to keep my options open and be able to prepare for mostly all of them as they have some similarities. Has anyone experienced this or have any insight? I am sure there are a lot more like me out there with this question.

Thanks!

Jordan

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[Steeezy]

I think your question is less about which exam to take as opposed to what field you want. You're best off finding a doctor, dentist, optometrist, etc. to shadow this summer as opposed to stressing about what exam to take.

That said, the best prep for my DAT were my undergraduate courses. I had a strong science background, and I often read science articles for homework. I know this is true for others who took the MCAT. Do well in your courses and when it comes time to study (for whatever exam you choose) you'll have a head start.

 

[deleted853480]

As someone who wrote the mcat, dat and the oat, I don’t recommend preparing for all the tests. Just stick with one.

 

[Pearl E. White]

According to my advisor, it can be viewed negatively if a person goes as far as to take other entrance exams or apply for other professions. I definitely agree you should shadow and/or work in the field first to narrow down your options. Best of luck!

 

[GypsyHummus]

Which was the easiest on test day? To study for?

As someone who wrote the mcat, dat and the oat, I don’t recommend preparing for all the tests. Just stick with one.

 

[deleted853480]

Which was the easiest on test day? To study for?

I found all the tests difficult. The only thing that made the Mcat harder for me was the cars section. If the Mcat didn't have the cars section, the 3 tests would be about the same difficulty.

 

[Its_Me_G]

Pick which profession you want to go into, and only take that exam