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Hello, I wanted some advice on what I should do as I’ve already applied to 9 schools and had a bad DAT today.
Here are my stats:
Undergrad: 3.26 cumulative, 3.1 science
Graduate: MS Biology 3.83
I am an IL resident. Have classes in the fall to complete my masters so I’m not sure when I can squeeze in a retake without risking my graduate gpa. What do I do to the schools I applied to, and when is the last date I can take the exam again and still be considered. Was told that my graduate gpa should help, but with this low of a TS score I’m very skeptical. Any schools or any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Yep, you had a bad day. I would plan to retake after your 90 day window opens up again to get a higher AA and TS (got to be closer to at least 20, especially if you are in a master's postbac program). Your grad GPA helps only if your DAT score affirms that you have the ability to answer tough high-stakes science-based questions such as the ones you'll get later on in boards. Every school should note in their entries in the Official Guide/Dental School Explorer the latest DAT date they can accept for the appropriate incoming class.
Sure, I think you would have a complete outside chance with your in-state option, but those low science scores are going to hold you back.