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2026 DAT Organic Chemistry Update: What’s Changing, What’s Not, and How to Study

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
The ADA is updating the DAT organic chemistry categories in April 2026. Here's what's changing, what's not, and why DAT Bootcamp has you covered.
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Is DAT Bootcamp Harder than the DAT?

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
Many students ask if DAT Bootcamp is a realistic representation of the DAT. In this post, we answer that question and give advice on how to ace the DAT.
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Dental School Secondary Questions

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
Interested in learning what secondary questions are like for dental school applications? We have compiled a list of all of the secondary questions that schools asked!
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How to Study for the DAT (2026)

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
In this DAT Study Guide I’m going to teach you everything you need to know to ace the DAT. It’ll take you from zero to DAT hero.
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Bootcamp's Biology Notes

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
High-yield, quick DAT focused biology review. Everything you need to get a great bio score, nothing you don’t.
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Search & Destroy Guide for DAT Reading Comprehension

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
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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How does DAT Bootcamp Calculate Estimated Scores?

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
Many students have asked us how we score our practice tests on DAT Bootcamp. We answer those questions by talking about our scoring system and what the next steps are to prepare for your DAT.
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What is the INBDE?

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
The INBDE integrates the biomedical, clinical, and behavioral sciences in its evaluation of a candidate’s dental cognitive skills. We go over what's tested on the INBDE so can ace the exam.
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How is the OAT scored?

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Sunday, November 1, 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 Use Bootcamp's INBDE Study Schedule

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Sunday, November 1, 2026
Our INBDE study schedule is split into three phases: first you learn the material, then you test yourself with daily practice, and finally you simulate the real INBDE with a simulation exam.
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What to Do After Failing the NCLEX: 4 Steps to Prepare for Your Retake

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Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Failed the NCLEX? Learn how to read your CPR, figure out why you struggled, and build a focused study plan for your retake.
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How to Study for the Canadian NDEB

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Tuesday, October 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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Tuesday, October 27, 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, October 27, 2026
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, October 27, 2026
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, October 27, 2026
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, October 27, 2026
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, October 27, 2026
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, October 27, 2026
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, October 27, 2026
Get started on the right foot learning all the best methods and techniques to ace the PAT section.
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