Might be tricky. I have heard, it's not a good idea to apply in multiple specialities at the same time.
im going. my two classmates bailed on me so looking forward to going and making friends
I will be attending..
See you there !
programs.adea.org
Are you able to share the program? Only know of the 11 programs from the searchable PDF.
University of Minnesota just added this cycle
Why do you think they added? To help reduce the hundreds of apps for the small staff to look through or because they think it helps measure the candidate?
How are you studying for the exam?
New program director. Apparently VERY fixated on GPA and class rank.
I made a post asking this question...no one has answered. Been 2 weeks.
Studying for this exam is similar to studying for NBDE & DAT. Learn what's on the exam, figure out the high yield resources (ADAT Knockout), take practice exams, and develop a regular study schedule. I'd say the the most important thing to do is actually figure out what question topics are high yield and learn from there. There's also been previous post from old threads that comprehensively reviews how applicants have studied.
That's the thing, aside from ADAT KO there's not much else. And those threads are all from 2019, 2023.
I mean, is there anything else you specifically want to look for? Candidates seem to use that source to learn what to study for from NBDE books. It's by nature a broad based exam. I'm not sure how much the ADAT would change from 2023 to 2025.
Sure, but those books are very broad, and as you said, there are high yield topics to study. I have no way to find out what those topics are. I have Mosby's for NBDE II and FA for NBDE I, and I'm using the Mental Dental Videos and ADAT KO...
Let's do it
I can start a WhatsApp group for everyone, just DM a good #.
lets do it
University of Washington also
You are correct- my apologies
what do you think is a good score? Does 570 work or you recommend higher to be competitive? of course thats just a way of assessing applicants and wont guarantee your acceptance, just wanted to see you suggest retaking, or not including ADAT 570 in my application as it may backfire or not.Please be cognizant of any changes to requirements before applying. I know of a school that requires the ADAT now that never did in the past and would hate for you guys to waste your money applying to a program if you don't have all the boxes checked. Check here (in case you didn't know where to look or simply reach out to the program directly):
ADEA PASS® Program Finder
I took the test in 2019 and scored 550 (don't recommend taking it 5 years out). No one ever said that was a bad score. 570 is a good score. I know folks who were accepted with scores in the 4s. It is completely situational with each program. I used to think it was a "box to check," but now I would strive for every edge you can get. I would probably apply and only retake if you receive feedback, especially about it. Hope that helps!
I attended last year and this year. Didn't apply last year so I wasn't going around shaking hands with directors and residents, just went for the lectures and to put it on my resume. This year though I had to do that per everyone's advice... but the thing is, unless you have previous connections with directors or have someone to introduce you, it's just really awkward and uncomfortable for both parties. it feels like you're more a nuisance than anything else even if you're just saying hello, because everyone knows why you're there and the directors and residents get hounded by applicants asking the same things day after day. the only directors/residents I had pleasant, genuine interactions with were those that I had previously met or corresponded with. bottom line, too many applicants attend now, and directors/residents really don't want to entertain random strangers all day long. it may be the case that you will do more harm than good to your application by attending these things going forward simply due to being grouped in with the herd of hundreds of desperate strangers. that's how it felt to me anyway. also I heard it was over 900 students that attended? regardless the edge has been lost. great conference besides all that however, learned a lot and had a good time with friends.
Anecdotal, but at the alumni receptions at least one third of the badges said student
I sent in a professional headshot with a plain background 🤷♂️
The resident badges also said student. So it's hard to tell if it's a dental student or resident unless the resident added the resident sticker on their badge which most didn't.
I saw a lot of students. I think it’s a good thing but program directors/faculty flat out have said they want real world experience.
