Just took the DAT. What are my chances?

[ttszeitf]

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Hi guys I just took the DAT and I got PA 22/ QR 20/ RC 26/ BIO 23/ GC 24/ OC 24/ AA 23. I think I did fairly well on the DAT but the reason I'm writing this thread is because my overall GPA is 3.3 and I got a misdemeanor for possession on the way back from camping Colorado last year. I did a diversionary program and now it says "dismissed with prejudice" but I can't expunge it until 3 years later. Do you guys think my slightly subpar GPA and the misdemeanor will ruin my chances? Im am a Kentucky resident and looking to apply to UofL or UK.

Oh and some other info about me, I have 130 hours of shadowing and lots of research experience as well as some research in UofL dental school. Thank you all in advance for your advice!

 

[FeralisExtremum]

Have you talked to a lawyer about getting the charge expunged? Waiting several years is typically something you have to do after a conviction, not after a dismissal of charges.

 

[Frankenstein777]

That DAT is top notch! Really consistent and that RC score is going to really stand out. I don't think your GPA will hinder you at most schools with that DAT. I also believe the dental school app asks about convictions, which you avoided via the program.

 

[predental21250]

Could you contact your local dental schools and talk to them about it before you begin applying?

 

[ttszeitf]

Have you talked to a lawyer about getting the charge expunged? Waiting several years is typically something you have to do after a conviction, not after a dismissal of charges.

It was in Kansas and I think I do have to wait 3 years but I will definitely look into it more! I was just asking under current circumstances, with the "dismissed with prejudice" and subpar GPA, will my DAT and extracurricular make up for it? I do have 2 publications but not first author and I think some schools like that.