How should I prepare for the DAT?

Sample examination questions are included in the registration booklet.

To receive a registration booklet, contact:

Dental Admission Testing Program
211 East Chicago Avenue, Suite 1846
Chicago, IL 60611-2678
(800) 621-8099
http://www.ada.org/prof/ed/testing/dat/index.asp

Take the sample test with a clock to become familiar with the timed aspect of the examination. Commercial preparatory books are also available through most university bookstores. Commercial preparatory courses exist, but they may be expensive. Consult dental students or applicants about their experiences regarding these courses before registering. Look at books in the library (Psychology section) on Test and Measurements to get an insight in the construction of standardized tests. You can obtain old exam packages from:

American Association of Dental Schools
1-800-353-2237
E-mail: aadsas.status@aads.jhu.edu