I am currently trying to decide wether I should retake my dat or do a post back. WI resident (one interview - marquette) I am creating a backup plan if that doesn't work out. GPA 3.42 sGPA 3.34 BCP 3.23 (GPA will be around 3.45 after this semester) DAT= AA-19, TS-18, Bio-18, OC-20, GC-17, QR-21, RC-20, PAT-22. 150 hours of shadowing, 170 hours EC, 100 hours research. If I did a post-bac I would retake my two 2 C+ classes (OChem 2 and Bio 2) and maybe take anther science class or two. Opinions on what would be better to do? retake DAT or Post-bac?
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It's probably best to call the schools you are applying to and have an admissions counselor chime in. They'll know which one they would rather prefer and that would make your decision easier.
No retake needed. Do the postbacc and apply early. But @Hi Im Dent has great advice on calling the schools as well.
Save the money and retake the DAT.
I was in your same shoes not long ago. Absolutely contact the admissions departments of the schools you most want to attend. Ask what they would like to see from you and do it. I was looking into post bacc, then the school told me not to! I did retake my DAT and scored all 20+ and I shadowed an additional 200 hours. Best of luck!
In my opinion, you should re-take the DAT and better your community involvement/service. Best of luck!
