Is anyone else starting to really FREAK OUT?

[ms.mollymay]

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the anticipation of December first is petrifying me. I seriously am having such a difficult time. I'm always just wondering about the what ifs "what if I don't get in?" "What if I have to reapply?" How do you guys handle the stress of waiting? Is anyone else stressing out?

 

[pete6277]

do you have any interviews so far?

 

[NavyDDS1990]

the anticipation of December first is petrifying me. I seriously am having such a difficult time. I'm always just wondering about the what ifs "what if I don't get in?" "What if I have to reapply?" How do you guys handle the stress of waiting? Is anyone else stressing out?

Trust me, this is my 3rd time going through this and that's really all I think about everyday - "what if I don"t get in?"

 

[pete6277]

Trust me, this is my 3rd time going through this and that's really all I think about everyday - "what if I don"t get in?"

Your DAT scores are amazing. How come you are a reapplicant? What do you think hurt you in previous cycles and did you get any interviews then?

 

[NavyDDS1990]

Your DAT scores are amazing. How come you are a reapplicant? What do you think hurt you in previous cycles and did you get any interviews then?

First two application cycles, I didn't have a competitive GPA and DAT score. I repaired my GPA from grad programs and retook DAT. So this is pretty much my first cycle applying with new GPA and DAT

 

[pete6277]

First two application cycles, I didn't have a competitive GPA and DAT score. I repaired my GPA from grad programs and retook DAT. So this is pretty much my first cycle applying with new GPA and DAT

How many interviews do you have so far?

 

[NavyDDS1990]

How many interviews do you have so far?

I have 6 pre-dec

 

[Soleus715]

I have 6 pre-dec

I am so happy for you! I have a lot of respect for people that stick with dentistry and make it through.
I'm sure you'll become a great dentist 🙂

 

[nice_guy1]

Just take away all the doubt and negativity. I believe 100% I will get into one of my top 2 choices. I interviewed at 4 schools, but I don't even care about the other two. I am also a reapplicant, and my stats is not even that good, but I just have a strong feeling it gonna happen.

 

[NavyDDS1990]

I am so happy for you! I have a lot of respect for people that stick with dentistry and make it through.
I'm sure you'll become a great dentist 🙂

Thank you! Really appreciate that! I hope I get accepted this year too because I'm honestly getting really exhausted

 

[DC206R]

May the positive vibes be with you all.

 

[Soleus715]

Just take away all the doubt and negativity. I believe 100% I will get into one of my top 2 choices. I interviewed at 4 schools, but I don't even care about the other two. I am also a reapplicant, and my stats is not even that good, but I just have a strong feeling it gonna happen.

Hey, all it takes is one right? 🙂

Even if you get into a "backup" school, don't worry too much, because dental schools are there to teach you just enough to start out. Real learning begins once you are out there practicing.

 

[blcopp]

Thank you! Really appreciate that! I hope I get accepted this year too because I'm honestly getting really exhausted

This is my second cycle so I kind of know how you feel, but I feel like reapplying for a third time would suck a lot more.

6 pre Dec interviews is great though. How many did you have the first and second cycle?

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[kidsaremypassion]

First two application cycles, I didn't have a competitive GPA and DAT score. I repaired my GPA from grad programs and retook DAT. So this is pretty much my first cycle applying with new GPA and DAT

This path is not for the timid of heart. I applaud your tenacity. Praying you get in 🙂

 

[NavyDDS1990]

This is my second cycle so I kind of know how you feel, but I feel like reapplying for a third time would suck a lot more.

6 pre Dec interviews is great though. How many did you have the first and second cycle?

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first and second cycle, I only had 1 post-dec in total

 

[NavyDDS1990]

This path is not for the timid of heart. I applaud your tenacity. Praying you get in 🙂

Thank you! wishing you the best luck as well! 🙂

EDIT - OOPS, just realized that you are already a dentist! haha, but still, wishing you the best luck in everything you do!! 🙂

 

[blcopp]

first and second cycle, I only had 1 post-dec in total

Wow what an upgrade! Great job.

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[californiway21]

first and second cycle, I only had 1 post-dec in total

You're killing it then! Congrats! I'll be watching for you on the acceptance thread on December 1st.

 

[okiedokeartichoke]

I know I am. With only one interview so far and noticing how quiet October is, I'm freaking out on the inside while trying to stay calm on the outside.

 

[DMDDDSHopeful]

This is my second cycle so I kind of know how you feel, but I feel like reapplying for a third time would suck a lot more.

6 pre Dec interviews is great though. How many did you have the first and second cycle?

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Fourth sucks just as bad as the third and as bad as the second. It all sucks lol.

 

[NavyDDS1990]

Fourth sucks just as bad as the third and as bad as the second. It all sucks lol.

I really admire your persistency. Hope schools notice your dedication and things work out well for you this cycle!

 

[htdt]

I know I am. With only one interview so far and noticing how quiet October is, I'm freaking out on the inside while trying to stay calm on the outside.

I'm fortunate enough to get a handful of interviews, but none from my top choice schools. By this time if I don't hear back from them can I assume that they are not interested in me?

I have 6 pre-dec

@sexylife: you're killing it dude. 6 interviews are really great, I'm 100% sure you'll get into at least 1.

 

[okiedokeartichoke]

I'm fortunate enough to get a handful of interviews, but none from my top choice schools. By this time if I don't hear back from them can I assume that they are not interested in me?

I'm a sitting duck with 12 silent schools. I think you're asking the wrong person here But anyway, I wouldn't assume that. Some schools are still giving out November slots, and then there are chances for post-December as well if your top choices do that. Good luck!

 

[DMDDDSHopeful]

I really admire your persistency. Hope schools notice your dedication and things work out well for you this cycle!

Got a rejection yesterday and a hold for interview today from the same schools I asked to be consulted by and did exactly what they suggested. Suffice to say that schools do not give interviews just because you're a reapplicant and they pity you lol.

 

[gangazi]

the anticipation of December first is petrifying me. I seriously am having such a difficult time. I'm always just wondering about the what ifs "what if I don't get in?" "What if I have to reapply?" How do you guys handle the stress of waiting? Is anyone else stressing out?

"what if i have to reapply?"
-Next June will come by soon

 

[ms.mollymay]

do you have any interviews so far?

Yes! I interviewed in september

 

[Scumbag_Steve]

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[Likkriue]

Its definitely nerve wracking! A month and a half and then Dec 1st is upon us all!

 

[tooth knockn]

Trust me, this is my 3rd time going through this and that's really all I think about everyday - "what if I don"t get in?"

how many times did you take DAT?

How many times have you applied to DS's?

 

[DC206R]

Fourth sucks just as bad as the third and as bad as the second. It all sucks lol.

I wouldn't say it sucks, but rather eye-opening. You learn how to improve your application with each cycle. When you get accepted, you'll be able to look back and say, "Wow, I did all that and now I made it"

 

[CherHorowitz]

Don't worry, a lot of individuals are on the same boat. With no interviews, and slim chances of getting in. It's sad really, for any applicants who don't get in, to work so hard and invest so much time and energy. Literally wasting your life away on a chance. I wonder if any of this is even worth it.

 

[NavyDDS1990]

how many times did you take DAT?

How many times have you applied to DS's?

i took DAT twice and this is my 3rd cycle

 

[1070752]

Most of us are in the same boat of overthinking things, I try not to think about it as much as I can. However, I do get those days where the thought creeps up, and my mind goes off.

Best advice is to just take it one day at a time, and not give it too much thought. It's out of your hands now.

 

[californiway21]

Now that I'm older I don't really get excited for the countdown to Christmas like I would when I was younger. So now I'm thinking of December 1st as my Christmas countdown and it's sort of helping with making the time pass. Lol!

 

[okiedokeartichoke]

Now that I'm older I don't really get excited for the countdown to Christmas like I would when I was younger. So now I'm thinking of December 1st as my Christmas countdown and it's sort of helping with making the time pass. Lol!

I feel the same way haha. December 1st is my Christmas Let's hope the tooth fairy makes a deal with Santa and gifts us those sweet, sweet acceptances ...

 

[Toothout]

May the odds be always in our favor!

 

[577455]

I'm just worried about how to tell everyone if I don't get in anywhere. I've had 5 pre-December interviews so everyone just assumes I'll get in somewhere. But there is still a chance that no one accepts me.

 

[1070752]

I'm just worried about how to tell everyone if I don't get in anywhere. I've had 5 pre-December interviews so everyone just assumes I'll get in somewhere. But there is still a chance that no one accepts me.

My fear, even worse since I've only had 3 pre-Dec.

 

[577455]

My fear, even worse since I've only had 3 pre-Dec.

Yeah I understand. I think its a different situation though when you have a lot of pre-December interviews. For example, imagine having 8 interviews, your friends and family probably fully expect you to become a dentist. Your parents have probably started to brag that their kid is going to dental school. Then December 1st comes and you don't get in...

 

[doktorinprogres]

Yeah I understand. I think its a different situation though when you have a lot of pre-December interviews. For example, imagine having 8 interviews, your friends and family probably fully expect you to become a dentist. Your parents have probably started to brag that their kid is going to dental school. Then December 1st comes and you don't get in...

Hey i did not want to imagine that. You made me nervous about a situation that's not even possible for me at this point

 

[dentalgem524]

I'm just worried about how to tell everyone if I don't get in anywhere. I've had 5 pre-December interviews so everyone just assumes I'll get in somewhere. But there is still a chance that no one accepts me.

I feel you there...it's like "what if I still don't get in?!"

I'm staying positive as much as I can, but there is always that small sense of doubt! Good luck to everyone this Dec1st and to everyone who still has not heard back, I'm rooting for you all!


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