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[Icu4real]

i just took my dat 17/PAT 18/QR, 21/Bio, 20/RC, 20/GC, 18/Ochem 20/TS 19/AA.....Im thinking about retaking cause I’m worried about my pat, ochem and qr but I’m also scared I might do worse on the pat. I didn’t even think I’d get above 17 after I was done with the section. Don’t know what to do

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[AppalachianDentalBoy]

How did you study for it? What is your GPA?

 

[Icu4real]

3.7.....I used dat genius

 

[AppalachianDentalBoy]

I think a 19 and a 3.7 combined with good extracurriculars (100+ hours shadowing, 100+ volunteering) and a realistic list with 15 schools will be enough for you to get in.

 

[MavsFanForLife]

Yea and I wouldnt worry too much about the PAT or QR section. I had a 16 qr and 18 PAT and still was able to get several interviews

 

[Icu4real]

Ok, thank you

 

[Progeny]

Why don't you just apply and try? Your AA is not bad so you might get in.

 

[Biggytooth]

I believe some schools may weigh GPA more than DAT. That said, some also weigh DAT higher than GPA. I suggest you look into the stats of the schools you hope to be able to attend and maybe make a decision about whether to retake according to that. $500 is worth spending to get into your dream school, especially if that school also happens to save you thousands in the future (like a state school likely would).

 

[DAT Destroyer]

Congratulations on completing your DAT, your scores are good and should be sufficient for most schools especially with your high GPA, BTW, what is your science GPA? I don't think it would necessary to retake your DAT unless these scores will not get you into the schools you desire. On a retake, you always run the risk of scoring lower in other sections. I would do the necessary research and even call schools with your stats, etc. Make sure you have a well written and thought out personal statement. A great personal statement can often be the door opener to an interview. Also, make sure the rest of your application is strong.

Wishing you the best!

Nancy

 

[971565]

I think you will be fine. You did great! and have a high gpa