A good DAT score is around 420-440 AA (70th-80th percentile). This is the average score for acceptance to dental school. Highly competitive scores are 470+ AA (90th+ percentile).

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Many students have asked us what type of scrap paper is offered on the DAT. We address the three types of scrap paper you can get in this article.

Digestive enzymes is a topic frequently tested on the Biology section of the DAT and OAT.

The INBDE is meant to test your knowledge learned from dental school but what exactly should you focus on? We break down the different question topics and types tested on the INBDE.

This is an important issue to address, because I feel a lot of study materials for the DAT sway pre-dental students in the wrong direction.

You just took your first practice test and want to improve your score. This article reveals the key strategy to boost your performance on future tests and on exam day.

A challenging biology topic that often appears on the DAT is understanding the number of chromosomes and chromatids during different stages of mitosis and meiosis in eukaryotes.

The OAT is offered year-round at Prometric centers, but it’s best to register early since seats fill fast and the next available date can be up to 2 months away.

In an Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution (EAS), benzene serves as a nucleophile and attacks an electrophile, with the mechanism illustrating the electron flow shared by all EAS reactions.

One of the toughest parts of organic chemistry is understanding reaction mechanisms, and many pre-dental students wonder if they’ll need to memorize complex reactions like they did in college.

Many students are using Anki as a replacement for traditional flashcards. Anki utilizes spaced repetition to encourage more frequent active recall, helping cement information.

Chad's physics videos are high-quality resources that can be helpful for OAT preparation. Prioritize practice questions over videos. Learn to use high-yield topics to ace the OAT.

When should I take the INBDE? What is the best way to prepare? How do I apply to take the INBDE? Read about the correct steps on how to use INBDE Bootcamp to ace your exam.

The INBDE tests you on a lot of pathological conditions. We compiled a list of high-yield conditions to know for the INBDE.

The USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, helping students focus on lectures, save on resources, and build a strong foundation for Step 2, Step 3, and their future medical careers.

A common DAT topic: intermolecular forces—don’t confuse them with intramolecular forces, which bind atoms within a particle (e.g., covalent, ionic, or metallic bonds).

Most students study for the DAT while taking classes, starting in April and testing from June to August. It’s challenging, but a great preview of dental school—think of it as a test run!

Below is a cheat sheet you can use to study organic chemistry lab techniques tested on the DAT.

Identifying specific structures on radiographs are an important skill for the INBDE. We've written a blog post with important anatomical structures that you should know for the INBDE.