How is the DAT scored?
The DAT is scored on a scale of 1-30. Each test administration is adjusted so that a score of 15 is roughly the 50th percentile for that test administration. Most dental schools look for students with an average score of 19 or better. A score of 20 is approximately the 75th percentile. Scores of 28-30 are in the 99th+ percentile. I have seen one score of 24. They are extremely rare! Do not feel badly if you do not receive these types of scores. Scores of 21 or better are superb scores and will make you competitive at virtually any dental school in the country.
