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[ucla2134]

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So i have been studying for DAT for 1.5 months now. Obviously, i think i only need 2 months to study. But oh man i was wrong, i spent those 1.5 months to study for g.chem and ochem (including practicing Kaplan subject tests and destroyer) and some PAT but i have not even touched on biology , math, rc, topscore and achiever

The kick is that i have writing classes this August through September 7. Yea, it is only one class but this class, from what i heard is that you need to put a lot of time to read and write 2 essays every weak.

This is the only class i have left for my undergrad degree, i can take this class at UCLA extension.

My test is on Sep. 1st . I feel that i really need more time to study for DAT just for DAT. So i am thinking that i should postpone this class until i finish DAT. I already filled the planned section on AADSAS that i will take this class. Do dental schools think i am idiot for cannot handling the pressure of studying for DAT and taking this class at the same time? Should i just invest my energy on DAT so i can do it well and take this class later?

My guts tell me that i should drop this class and take it in the Fall but you guys are always give good advice so please help!

 

[jolley028]

When they look at your application they probably will not even worry about your class or take that into consideration, but they will look hard at your DAT scores. Therefore I would postpone the class and focus your time for the DAT.

 

[DrReo]

It can be done. You'll have to dedicate X hours a day. Many people, including I, work 40 hrs/wk while studying for the DAT. I studied a month and did well with that schedule. It takes a lot of motivation and dedication, 7 days/wk. It'll help your reading out to say the least 🙂 .