The Dental Admission Test (DAT) is a standardized test required of applicants to DMD or DDS programs. The DAT consists of multiple-choice test items and requires four hours and 15 minutes for administration. The four separate parts of the exam cover:
Content:
- Natural sciences (biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry)
- 100 questions, 90 minutes
- Perceptual ability (two- and three- dimensional problem-solving):
- 90 questions, 60 minutes
- Reading comprehension (dental and basic science):
- 50 questions, 60 minutes
- Quantitative reasoning (mathematical problems in algebra, numerical calculations, conversions, etc.):
- 40 questions, 45 minutes
Additional Information about the DAT:
- General information about the DAT can be found on the American Dental Association (ADA) website.
- The ADA publishes an Annual Candidate Guide with specific information for test takers.
- The American Dental Association (ADA) regularly publishes updates that concern the DAT on their website.
- The ADA also prepares general statistics about test-takers that can be helpful as you reflect on your overall preparation and interpret your scores. Their Examinee Information publication presents such statistics.