Need Advice!!

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So I just took my DAT today. I'll post a breakdown within the next few days. My scores were:

Bio: 23
GC: 26
OC: 24

PAT: 19
RC: 18
QR: 20

TS: 24
AA: 22

I know this might seem asinine to some people but I'm thinking about retaking. I honestly just winged the PAT, RC, and QR sections. I learned the LOS method about 4 days before the test and tried two of the Bootcamp PAT tests a full day before my exam. Also, I didn't study for RC cause I'm an avid reader, so I guess I thought I would do better. Should I retake to get better scores on RC and PAT to raise my AA?? I honestly don't know what to do. I am a non-trad (26 yrs old), dropped out of college when I was 20 (accounting major), and only found my passion a few years ago which brought me back to school to try and give this dental thing a shot (long story). Will my non-science scores be detrimental to me as far as interviews and potential acceptance into DS? I'm thinking of applying to all three schools in Texas, and maybe some out of state. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Anselmian]

I understand where you're coming from, and why you might be frustrated about the PAT, QR and RC, but you would be absolutely insane to retake the DAT. Your science scores are through the roof, and your PAT, QR, and RC are still scores that some people would give an arm and a leg for. Congrats, relax, and have confidence!

Lets see a detailed breakdown!

 

[sjv]

Your score is solid even with those PAT/RC/QR scores, I don't think a retake is necessary.

 

[Futuredentguy2015]

breakdown for sciences!!

 

[customx]

I know how you feel. I was scoring 21-24 on PAT on all my practice tests, yet I feel like I bombed the PAT when I saw a 19. All my other scores are 21+ and I considered a retake, but it's just not worth it when your AA and TS are high. Great job!

 

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thank you all for your replies. I'm going to apply with that score cause I would have to wait till mid-August to retake anyway, and we'll see what happens!

 

[harleen317]

Hey great science scores! Could you please share how you studied for the biology section? I have been studying for couple of months but I am still scoring pretty bad on biology. thanks!