Low DAT LOW GPA

[Quasimodo32]

Hey, I just wanted to know your input on whether I should even bother applying this next cycle. This will be my first time applying.

GPA:3.2
Science GPA:3.1

1.5 years post-bacc DIY
3.7 GPA
DAT 1 attempt:

17 PAT
20 CR
20 QR
21 BIO
21. CHEM
20. OCHEM

AA:20 TS:21

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[Mr.Smile12]

Can you fill our a WAMC te.plate? We need details on activities, state residency, etc.

 

[Quasimodo32]

Date of submission:
Overall GPA: 3.2
Science GPA: 3.1
Bio-Chem-Physics GPA: 3.1
DAT score:
17 PAT
20 CR
20 QR
21 BIO
21. CHEM
20. OCHEM

AA:20 TS:21

State of Residence: Texas

Undergrad Attended: University of Houston
Major: Psychology
Minor: biology
Minority? No
Reapplicant? No
Nontrad? No

Shadowing Experience: 100+ shadowed 3 different dentists (pediatrics, oral surgeons, general )
Volunteering Experience: 1500+ community service hours at the community center (team leader) and 100 hours soup kitchen volunteering
200 hours ACS chem and biochemistry tutoring over 6 semesters
Employment: 5 years (tropical smoothie cafe, autozone, burger king, marcos pizza, and planet fitness)
Research: none
Other Extracurriculars: 50 hours from debate high school judge; 20 hours from Texas science fair judge
Have you volunteered, shadowed, or attended events at any dental schools? no.
Relevant Honors or Awards: Community center leadership award
LOR type and strength: 2 Science professors strong, 2 dentists strong

Misc Info/Things not stated elsewhere/Red Flags: 6 Ws- 5 in 1 semester from a GSW drive by shooting on my way back from school (commuter)

I did a post-bacc for 1.5 years, taking upper-level courses and lab requirements (3.7GPA)
School list:
ALL Texas schools, tufts, BU, and Midwestern

 

[Ryxndek]

by this cycle, do you mean next June?

 

[Mr.Smile12]

Any other extracurriculars? Other clinical volunteering activities? Find manual dexterity skills? Outreach to schools in Texas or on your list?

 

[Quasimodo32]

by this cycle, do you mean next June?

yes

 

[Quasimodo32]

Any other extracurriculars? Other clinical volunteering activities? Find manual dexterity skills? Outreach to schools in Texas or on your list?

I haven't reached out to any schools yet because I hadn't even taken the DAT until two days ago.
All extracurriculars are listed now; I edited and updated them.
As for dexterity, painting, drawing, baking carpentry, and fishing

 

[DAT Destroyer]

Hey, I just wanted to know your input on whether I should even bother applying this next cycle. This will be my first time applying.

GPA:3.2
Science GPA:3.1

1.5 years post-bacc DIY
3.7 GPA
DAT 1 attempt:

17 PAT
20 CR
20 QR
21 BIO
21. CHEM
20. OCHEM

AA:20 TS:21

Regarding your scores, they're not bad at all! In addition, a post bac with a 3.7 GPA will definitely help. To assist you with your application process, it would be advisable to directly reach out to your preferred schools. If feasible, consider visiting them in person at an opportune time to discuss your aspirations with someone directly. I understand that this can be a bold move, and many students may not favor this suggestion. However, over the years, I have seen students achieve success using this approach.

Once you gather more information from the schools, you will have a better understanding of how to proceed. There is a possibility they may request a DAT retake, but personally, I believe your scores are sufficient. Nonetheless, it's difficult to predict what they may require from you.

These are just my thoughts after working with students for over 20 years. I genuinely wish you the very best .

Just my 2 cents others might have different opinions

Nancy

 

[macsak]

Date of submission:
Overall GPA: 3.2
Science GPA: 3.1
Bio-Chem-Physics GPA: 3.1
DAT score:
17 PAT
20 CR
20 QR
21 BIO
21. CHEM
20. OCHEM

AA:20 TS:21

State of Residence: Texas

Undergrad Attended: University of Houston
Major: Psychology
Minor: biology
Minority? No
Reapplicant? No
Nontrad? No

Shadowing Experience: 100+ shadowed 3 different dentists (pediatrics, oral surgeons, general )
Volunteering Experience: 1500+ community service hours at the community center (team leader) and 100 hours soup kitchen volunteering
200 hours ACS chem and biochemistry tutoring over 6 semesters
Employment: 5 years (tropical smoothie cafe, autozone, burger king, marcos pizza, and planet fitness)
Research: none
Other Extracurriculars: 50 hours from debate high school judge; 20 hours from Texas science fair judge
Have you volunteered, shadowed, or attended events at any dental schools? no.
Relevant Honors or Awards: Community center leadership award
LOR type and strength: 2 Science professors strong, 2 dentists strong

Misc Info/Things not stated elsewhere/Red Flags: 6 Ws- 5 in 1 semester from a GSW drive by shooting on my way back from school (commuter)

I did a post-bacc for 1.5 years, taking upper-level courses and lab requirements (3.7GPA)
School list:
ALL Texas schools, tufts, BU, and Midwestern

you are going to need to add a lot more schools...