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How is the OAT scored?

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Each subject is scored on a standardized scale from 200 to 400 points. A score of 300 equates to the 50th percentile in that section. A good OAT score for acceptance is around 320.
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How to Study for the Canadian NDEB

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Lot of students taking the Canadian NDEB ask if INBDE Bootcamp could help them study. Short answer: Yes! Read here to see how you can use INBDE Bootcamp to help prepare for the Canadian NDEB.
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A Complete Video Lesson Plan for OAT Physics

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Thursday, January 22, 2026
To begin your content review, here is a concise list of Chad’s video lessons to watch that comprehensively covers all of the OAT Physics topics!
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The Ultimate Guide to Passing the INBDE

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
INBDE Bootcamp provides students with the best resources to pass the INBDE. Learn how through Bootcamp's Ultimate Guide to Passing the INBDE!
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How is the DAT Scored?

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
In this article, we discuss how the ADA scores the DAT and what you can do to improve your score for test day.
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Common Traps on the DAT Reading Comprehension Section

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
There are three "traps" that can distract you from getting the correct answer in the DAT Reading Comprehension section. We talk about each trap in this article so that you can avoid them on test day.
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How to Easily Distinguish Ortho, Meta, and Para Directors in EAS Reactions

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Now we need to focus on benzene substituents and how they affect the location of subsequent additions. Here’s a list of the ones you would most likely see.
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What are Rock Keyholes?

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Rock keyholes are a unique type of question that appears in the PAT section of the DAT--we aim to break it down to make it easier for you to tackle them.
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Taking the INBDE and Next Steps

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
What should I be aware of on test day? What about after the exam? We got you covered to make sure you're ready to ace the INBDE.
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How to Ace the PAT Section on your DAT

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Get started on the right foot learning all the best methods and techniques to ace the PAT section.
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The Ultimate INBDE Guide for Foreign-Trained Dentists

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Are you a foreign-trained dentist trying to take the INBDE? Read through our post on the steps needed to register for the INBDE and ace it!
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How to Use the Tagging System on Bootcamp

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Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Bootcamp.com uses a unique tagging system where you rate how well you understand a question during review. Learn how to use it to its full potential.
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My Review of the Official ADA DAT Practice Test - Is it Worth it?

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Monday, October 27, 2025
The ADA offers an official online DAT practice test sold through the Prometric testing site. Is it worth it?
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What Should I Use To Study Biology?

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Monday, October 27, 2025
Bootcamp has several ways to study biology, depending on how you learn best. I’ll explain the differences so you can choose the study method that works best for you.
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Where Do I Register to Take the OAT?

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Monday, October 27, 2025
Be sure to follow the steps exactly as specified on the ADA’s website when you register for OAT.
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Boost Your QR Score by Correctly Using the “Mark” Feature

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Monday, October 27, 2025
There are 40 questions in the quantitative reasoning section of the DAT, all with varying difficulty. You will most likely react to each question in one of three ways.
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How To Study Effectively Using DAT Practice Tests

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Monday, October 27, 2025
It’s pretty simple: how you study will determine how high you score on the DAT. In this strategy lesson, I break down a critical study method “A” students use when taking DAT practice tests.
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3 Reasons Why You Need to Use DAT Practice Tests

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Monday, October 27, 2025
Everyone knows taking practice tests is important before your exam day--here are three key reasons why you need to use practice tests to prepare for the DAT!
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Important Words to Recognize on the DAT and OAT Reading Section

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Monday, October 27, 2025
Often times on DAT and OAT reading passages, certain words and phrases will be used to convey the structure of the passage.
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