“There’s just so much Bio material! How do I get through it all?”

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
One of the most frequently asked questions we get at Bootcamp is how to better prepare for the Biology Section. Here are some tips that can help you get the most out of your study.
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QR Formulas Cheat Sheet

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Here is a comprehensive list of definitions to start off your Quantitative Reasoning studies.
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What Makes a Great Personal Statement? (Part 3 of 3)

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
There are many factors that can make a good personal statement great. In this 3-part article series, we go over the ten steps necessary to evaluate a personal statement.
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What Makes a Great Personal Statement? (Part 2 of 3)

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
There are many factors that can make a good personal statement great. In this 3-part article series, we go over the ten steps necessary to evaluate a personal statement.
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What Makes a Great Personal Statement? (Part 1 of 3)

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
There are many factors that can make a good personal statement great. In this 3-part article series, we go over the ten steps necessary to evaluate a personal statement.
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OAT Bootcamp Coupon, Promo Codes & Discounts

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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
If you’re a member of a pre-optometry club or society, check with one of your officers to see if you have a discount already set up for your school.
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General Chemistry Lab Techniques Cheatsheet

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Sunday, May 25, 2025
Gen Chem lab can be a confusing place. This post will explain the basic techniques, equipment, and safety information you need to know.
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What is the NGN - Next Generation NCLEX?

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
The NGN - Next Generation NCLEX launched in April 2023. The Next Generation NCLEX incorporates both traditional NCLEX-style questions and realistic 6-part clinical case studies.
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12-Week NCLEX Bootcamp Study Schedule

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Bootcamp's NCLEX Study Schedule will tell you exactly what to study day-by-day so you're prepared to pass the Next Gen NCLEX.
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Top Tips for Retaking and Passing the NCLEX

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
There are many students who retake the NCLEX and pass. We suggest doing two major things when you are remediating to re-take the NCLEX.
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How to Read Your NCLEX Candidate Performance Report (CPR)

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
If you didn’t pass the NCLEX, our new NCLEX Candidate Performance Report Analyzer tells you exactly what to study inside NCLEX Bootcamp to pass on your next attempt.
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INBDE Schedule for Students with Time Accommodations

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Friday, May 2, 2025
This guide outlines a typical three-day INBDE exam schedule for students approved for 1.5x time accommodations under the ADA, including timing and breaks for each section.
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What should I do after getting a low score on my first practice test?

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
You completed your first practice test and didn’t score what you were hoping to. Feeling a bit discouraged? That's OK! Here's what to do next.
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DAT Bootcamp's General Chemistry Anki Deck

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
This Anki deck is based off of Dr. Mike's General Chemistry Review Videos. Download the deck to drill GC concepts.
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Vanilla Method for DAT Reading Comprehension

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
I used on the DAT reading section because it’s what made me feel most comfortable. It’s a very simple method. I would read the passage in full and then answer the questions in order.
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How to Accurately Predict Your Score on the DAT

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
What is the best way to predict my score for the DAT? We address what a student can do to get the best score estimates for his or her DAT.
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How to Use Full Length Test Simulations on DAT Bootcamp

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
In the study schedule, I recommend you complete tests 1-5 as individual practice tests (ex. Biology test 1) and use tests 6-10 as full length tests. 
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Vicviper Reading Comprehension Strategy

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
This is a popular method a pre-dental student used to score a 30 on the RC section of the DAT. It is a version of the search and destroy method.
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Next Gen NCLEX Demystified: What's Tested?

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
There are many rumors and myths about the NCLEX, including that the test is a secret, questions are based on textbook material, or that you'll be tested on every little detail from nursing school.
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Search & Destroy Guide for DAT Reading Comprehension

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Search and Destroy (or S&D) is a method used on the reading comprehension section of the DAT. In brief, the method is to skip reading the passage and to just go straight to the questions.
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