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Dental School Personal Statement Example

Learn how to write a dental school personal statement that stands out from the crowd with a real-life example that got an applicant accepted.

Applying as a Non-traditional Applicant

Are you a non-traditional applicant? We break down how to stand out and get into dental school, no matter your background.

Personal Statement Example that Worked

From patient to practitioner: See how one student's personal health challenges and research background helped them craft a successful dental school application.

What to do from Freshman Year On

The ultimate guide for ambitious dental school students. Learn what to do each year of college to build a stand-out application.

Dental School Reapplicant Strategy Guide

This guide offers basic advice for a reapplicant to build on, including the importance of seeking reliable advising.

Harvard, OOS TX, and OOS CA Essay

This personal statement gained admission into top dental schools including Harvard, UCLA (OOS), and UT Houston (OOS.

Comprehensive Guide to Dental Specialties

A comprehensive guide to dental specialties.

How To Fund Dental School

Professional school costs can be daunting. Review options including federal loans, scholarships and loan fogiveness programs.

How to Write a Unique Dental School Personal Statement

A detailed breakdown of a compelling personal statement that got an applicant into dental school, with key strategies for making your own application stand out.

Crushing Your Dental School Interview

Get into your dream dental school! We give you the strategies and tips you need to prepare for and ace your interview, from common questions to powerful answers.

Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to Dental School

Applying to dental school can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what to expect. In this workshop, Marina P., a Columbia University dental student and research assistant, will share the top 10 things she wishes she had known before starting her own journey. From navigating prerequisites and the application timeline to writing compelling personal statements and preparing for interviews, Marina will provide practical insights to help you avoid common mistakes and strengthen your candidacy. ​Whether you’re just beginning to explore dentistry or gearing up to submit applications, this session will leave you with clarity and confidence for the road ahead.

Preparing for a Kira Interview

A KIRA interview is an online, asynchronous video interview used in dental admissions to assess communication, professionalism, etc.

STAR Assessment Model

The STAR assessment model is a structured method used to answer behavioral interview questions by outlining a specific past experience.

CASPer Tips for Dental School

The CASPer (Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics) is a situational judgment test (SJT) used by many dental schools