low gpa..average DAT

[AOx4RN]

2009 undergad gpa 2.8
2013 bachelor of nursing gpa 3.6
Overall gpa. 3.2 sgpa 3.2
DAT AA 20/ TS 21/QR16

Been a nurse for almost 7 years while recently taking taking prereqs at community colleges.

I applied to several schools with only 1 interview (rejected). Any advice to improve my chances?

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[Mr.Smile12]

Could you use the WAMC template to provide a complete picture?

Where did you apply? What's your state residency? What's your shadowing experience with dentists?

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[danchoi03]

I like to apologize before hand for not answering your question, but I am very curious why do you want to be a dentist after 7 years working as a nurse? Also, have you look into CRNA? This is a better career choice than starting over and try to get into dentistry.

 

[AOx4RN]

Could you use the WAMC template to provide a complete picture?

Where did you apply? What's your state residency? What's your shadowing experience with dentists?

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Overall GPA: 3.2 (undergrad university: 2.8, BSN degree 3.67) I am currently taking prereqs at community colleges because it fits into my work schedule.
Science GPA: 3.2
Bio-Chem-Physics GPA: 3.1
DAT score: 20 AA, 21 TS 16 QR, 19 PAT
State of Residence: CA

Undergrad Attended: University of Merced, California 2009
Major: Biology
Minority? Vietnamese
Shadowing Experience: 160+ general dentist
Volunteering Experience: Passed out food and made blankets for homeless community every winter since 2016
Current profession: Registered Nurse since 2013. Worked 3.5 years in the ICU in Dallas (2 years) and Bay area (1.5 years). PACU RN since 2017
LOR: 1 biology teacher, 1 physics teacher, 1 General dentist, 1 Anesthesiologist

Applied to several schools: California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Nebraska, Portland, Washington

 

[AOx4RN]

I like to apologize before hand for not answering your question, but I am very curious why do you want to be a dentist after 7 years working as a nurse? Also, have you look into CRNA? This is a better career choice than starting over and try to get into dentistry.

I have always wanted to become a dentist since high school. I lacked focus during my college years. I thought about CRNA but my passion is in dentistry and I am willing to start over at this point in my life.

 

[danchoi03]

This is interesting to see that you didn't land any other interviews since your BSN GPA is outstanding. May I ask when did you apply? How many schools did you apply to?

 

[AOx4RN]

This is interesting to see that you didn't land any other interviews since your BSN GPA is outstanding. May I ask when did you apply? How many schools did you apply to?

Submitted in July. 14 schools

 

[Mr.Smile12]

Sadly unless you are a Texas resident, chances are nearly nil if you applied to a Texas school. At the minimum all of your California schools should be in play, and then add some schools geographically nearby. Then add privates that have students represent a national base even if they are further out east.

 

[AOx4RN]

Sadly unless you are a Texas resident, chances are nearly nil if you applied to a Texas school. At the minimum all of your California schools should be in play, and then add some schools geographically nearby. Then add privates that have students represent a national base even if they are further out east.

Yeah...California, I wish lol

 

[LeagueofLigTies]

Apply broadly to private schools. The cost might be higher, but you have a better chance of getting in. Really weigh the cost vs benefits before you switch.