When to take DAT

[coldfire101]

Hello all!

Just had a quick question. Thinking of applying for dental schools at the end of my senior year however I am planning on taking the DAT the summer (between my junior and senior year). Is there any drawbacks to taking it right now vs later? Also keep in mind that I might be doing a master/postbacc instead of applying to dental school my senior year. I'm worried that my DAT scores would expire by the time I finish my postbacc if I take the DAT during this summer.

Thank you!!

 

[coldfire101]

Bumpsies

 

[hope_to_match]

Bumpsies

they will not. if you plan applying next year you can take DAT this summer. i am doing the same

 

[coldfire101]

What if I take it right now and then apply after my postbacc, aka a year after my senior year?

 

[coldfire101]

Come on guys 🙁

 

[jmh018]

I think DAT scores are valid for 3 years? You would have to check on that though.