I took the DAT and then decided on podiatry instead of dental after shadowing and spending some time with a very successful podiatrist. I submitted my application on January 15 and saw the MCAT dates were 24 and 26th of January... So I decided to apply with the DAT and Temple was the only school besides NYCPM that accepted it. If I don't get accepted this year ill just take the MCAT in a few months and reapply.