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Hey guys! Long time SDN lurker, first time poster. Just wanted to share a DAT study schedule that I created recently that is based off dentalWorkss 8 week study schedule. It, too, is an 8 week schedule, but it has been heavily modified in three ways. First, I condensed the first 4 weeks of the dentalWorks schedule into 2 weeks. I did this because I have a fairly strong science background and have already gone through the rigors of learning the majority of the science material through my MCAT studies some months ago. Second, I have added additional supplemental material for practice (RC/PAT). Third, this schedule allocates time for several practice tests. Despite the several additions and alterations, I was very cautious as to maintain a balance in this schedule, without any overkill days.
Here are the resources used in my study schedule:
Cliffs AP Biology
Kaplan MCAT Biology (optional, substitute biology textbook if desired)
Chads videos (GC, OC, QR)
CRACK DAT PAT 10 test version
CRACK DAT Reading 10 test version
ExamKrackers 101 MCAT Verbal Passages (optional)
DAT Destroyer 2010
MATH Destroyer 2010
Topscore
Achiever 7 test version
datQvault
The general layout of the schedule is as follows:
Weeks 1-2: Exposure to material from all sections. (Learning all the ideas and theories)
Weeks 3-4: Stand alone practice problems and section tests. (Applying theories to problems)
Weeks 5-6: Mix of week 3/4 problems and section tests with some full-length tests (Continuing practice while transitioning to actual DAT simulation)
Weeks 7-8: Full-length tests every other day with some section tests thrown in. (Building endurance for test day)
Words of caution: This is only a GUIDELINE. I designed it to cater to the type of prep that I think I need (less time spent reading/learning, lots and lots of practice!). Feel free to use this as an outline to create a more personalized study plan for yourself. Ill be more than happy to answer any questions, comments, concerns that you guys have. Feedback appreciated!
Here are the resources used in my study schedule:
Cliffs AP Biology
Kaplan MCAT Biology (optional, substitute biology textbook if desired)
Chads videos (GC, OC, QR)
CRACK DAT PAT 10 test version
CRACK DAT Reading 10 test version
ExamKrackers 101 MCAT Verbal Passages (optional)
DAT Destroyer 2010
MATH Destroyer 2010
Topscore
Achiever 7 test version
datQvault
The general layout of the schedule is as follows:
Weeks 1-2: Exposure to material from all sections. (Learning all the ideas and theories)
Weeks 3-4: Stand alone practice problems and section tests. (Applying theories to problems)
Weeks 5-6: Mix of week 3/4 problems and section tests with some full-length tests (Continuing practice while transitioning to actual DAT simulation)
Weeks 7-8: Full-length tests every other day with some section tests thrown in. (Building endurance for test day)
Words of caution: This is only a GUIDELINE. I designed it to cater to the type of prep that I think I need (less time spent reading/learning, lots and lots of practice!). Feel free to use this as an outline to create a more personalized study plan for yourself. Ill be more than happy to answer any questions, comments, concerns that you guys have. Feedback appreciated!
