Observation Hours/Volunteer Hours

[bluestar51]

I will have 50 observation hours and 320 volunteer hours by the time I am ready to apply for dental school. I have a full time job during the days which means I can only feasibly shadow dentists on Fridays (and I am also studying for the DAT). I plan to apply to Creighton University, University of Iowa, Marquette University, and University of Nebraska-Lincoln for dental school. I could not find specific observation hour or volunteer hours listed on the school's website. Are these hours enough or should I try to do more?

Thank you for your input.

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[Longshot.308]

That’s plenty. Focus on the DAT

 

[The Flossoraptor]

On the real though, I think your volunteer hours are solid, but I would aim for at least 100+ observation hours and it's even more impressive if you can get them in a variety of specialties.

 

[RuffDay]

Observe more to improve your application. It is recommended to observe multiple practices, each practice has their own philosophy and patient pool.

 

[Likkriue]

Get about 50 more shadowing hours.