DAT

Dentistry

Dentists diagnose, prevent, and treat problems with teeth or mouth tissue, and early detection of oral cancer and systemic conditions that manifest in the mouth.

Education: Dentists must be licensed in all states; requirements vary by state. To qualify for a license in most states, applicants must graduate from an accredited dental school and pass written and practical exams.

Salary: According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics the median pay is $146,920 per year or $70.64 per hour.

Required Entrance Exam: DAT (Dental Admission Test)

  • Length of the Exam: Approximately 4 hours
  • Cost: $285

Preparing for the Exam

Advantages for using these prep websites and tutoring are, if you do not feel prepared for your entrance exam these prep websites can definitely help you by showing you similar questions that would be in the test itself. The disadvantage for utilizing these resources is the price, as you can see for a prep class it can range from $2,000 to $8,000. You can also choose to do independent study where you can use the prep books, which can be checked out in the Health Professions Advising office located in University Hall 223, and there are many websites that can offer test tips and practice exams for free.

Where this Exam can be taken

In the Prometric Test Centers in the United States, its territories (Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands), and Canada

For location and expenses, visit the American Dental Association's Exam Location Expense PageOpens in new window .