Tips/Chances for upcoming D School app cycle

[D1Bound]

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Hey folks after seeing how many credits I will have after this semester, 91, I have decided to throw in an application to dental school a year early. I will be earning my B.S. Biology degree before potentially matriculating. I attend a pretty well respected private school located in Texas known for its science and pre-health students.

My grade point average will be a 3.51 (maybe 3.6 depending on this semester) Science GPA and a 3.81 Overall GPA. I have plenty of "fluff" ex. officer in pre dental organization, service hours, shadowing, good relationships with dentists, getting a letter from my pre-health office at my university, work experience 3 seasons as lifeguard and manager, etc. Will be taking DAT in summer around June 23rd and I think I can at least grab a 19. Since this is my early attempt at applying, I will only be applying to Texas schools. I am a Texas resident. I would also say that I am outgoing and interview well. If I don't get in Texas on my early attempt I will try some Out of States the next go around. Suggestions for reasonably priced Out of States?

I just wanted a little feedback on where I stand for my application and what my chances were if someone were to guess. Any possible tips to aid me in my endeavor would be much appreciated!

 

[DMikes]

Seems like you have a solid base. Definitely aim higher than a 19, though.

 

[TeethAreMyThing]

It's been said many times here, but it really is hard to guess without a DAT score. Assuming you do get a 19, with no "red flag" scores of <17, I think you are in pretty good standing. You cannot have too many shadowing or experience hours, so keep on top of those things. I also think being a Texas resident may work to your advantage, it really is a unique state for in-state applicants from what I understand. Since you wanted tips, I suggest you shoot for that 3.6 sGPA and a 21+ on the DAT and I believe your chances are great.