How can a re-applicant become more competitive?
• All re-applicants must be enrolled in coursework to be considered as a competitive candidate. We recommend taking post bac coursework in the biological sciences to further prepare for the dental school curriculum, keep current with study skills and prove to the Admissions Committee the applicant’s motivation and preparedness. (for example: anatomy, physiology, biochemistry II, microbiology, histology, neuroscience, cell & molecular biology, immunology) • Re-applicants need to critically review their applications for areas that may need further work: biological science coursework, DAT scores, GPA, community service and volunteer work, general dental office shadowing experience. • Re-applicants should continue to participate in shadowing and on-going volunteer activities during the application cycle. • Re-applicants who follow this advice to improve their academic background and general application will be more competitive than those with little change from year to year. • Working in a
