Helpful Resources & Tools

Curated collection of trusted websites, study materials, and tools to support your journey to dental school.

Pre-Dental Websites and Guides

Comprehensive pre-dental websites and guides created specifically for aspiring dentists

The Pre-Dental Guide

Comprehensive resource covering all aspects of the pre-dental journey from coursework to applications

Key Features:

Complete timeline
Application tips
School information
Study strategies
Texas Pre-Dental Society – Pre-Dental Guide

Detailed guide from one of the most active pre-dental organizations in the country

Key Features:

State-specific advice
Timeline planning
Requirements overview
Success strategies
ASDA Pre-Dental Resources

Official resources from the American Student Dental Association for pre-dental students

Key Features:

Official guidance
Club resources
Mentorship programs
National perspective
ASDA Pre-Dental Club Resources

Resources specifically designed for pre-dental clubs and organizations

Key Features:

Club activities
Event planning
Leadership development
Community building
ADEA GoDental – Dental School Guide

Official guide from the American Dental Education Association covering dental school applications

Key Features:

AADSAS guidance
School directory
Application timeline
Official requirements
PreDents.com

Community-driven website with forums, advice, and resources for pre-dental students

Key Features:

Student forums
Application advice
School reviews
Peer support
UF Dental – Pre-Dental Resources

University of Florida's comprehensive pre-dental resource collection

Key Features:

Academic preparation
Extracurricular guidance
Application tips
University perspective

Official Organizations

Professional dental organizations with official information and guidance

American Dental Association (ADA)

The premier source for dental profession information, patient care guidelines, and career resources

Key Features:

Career guidance
Patient education materials
Continuing education
Practice management
American Dental Education Association (ADEA)

Essential resource for dental school applications, AADSAS, and admissions information

Key Features:

AADSAS application system
School directory
Admissions requirements
Financial aid info
Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)

Accrediting body for dental education programs in the United States

Key Features:

Accredited programs list
Educational standards
Program outcomes
Quality assurance

DAT Preparation

Comprehensive study materials and practice tests for the Dental Admission Test

DAT Bootcamp

Most popular comprehensive DAT prep course with practice tests and detailed explanations

Key Features:

Full-length practice tests
Video lessons
PAT generators
Score tracking
DAT Destroyer

Challenging practice problems that go beyond the actual DAT difficulty level

Key Features:

Advanced practice problems
Detailed solutions
Subject-specific books
Over-preparation strategy
Kaplan DAT Prep

Structured DAT preparation with live and self-paced options

Key Features:

Live online classes
Self-paced study
Practice tests
Score guarantee
Khan Academy

Free educational content covering DAT science topics with excellent video explanations

Key Features:

Free access
Video lessons
Practice exercises
Progress tracking

Pre-Dental Communities

Connect with fellow pre-dental students and professionals for support and advice

Student Doctor Network (SDN)

Large online community for pre-health students with forums, school reviews, and advice

Key Features:

Discussion forums
School-specific threads
Application advice
Interview feedback
Reddit r/predental

Active Reddit community for pre-dental students sharing experiences and advice

Key Features:

Daily discussions
Application help
School reviews
Peer support
Pre-Dental Society

Local pre-dental clubs at most universities - check with your school's pre-health advisor

Key Features:

Campus networking
Guest speakers
Group study sessions
Service opportunities
ASDA (American Student Dental Association)

National organization for dental students with pre-dental membership options

Key Features:

National conferences
Mentorship programs
Leadership opportunities
Career resources

Learning Resources

Educational content and study materials to strengthen your science foundation

Khan Academy Sciences

Comprehensive free courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and organic chemistry

Key Features:

Video lessons
Practice problems
Progress tracking
Mobile app
Coursera Pre-Med Courses

University-level science courses from top institutions, many available for free

Key Features:

University partnerships
Verified certificates
Flexible scheduling
Peer interaction
MIT OpenCourseWare

Free access to MIT's course materials including biology, chemistry, and physics

Key Features:

Lecture notes
Problem sets
Exams
Video lectures
Crash Course Sciences

Engaging video series covering biology, chemistry, and anatomy & physiology

Key Features:

Animated explanations
Entertaining format
Free access
Comprehensive coverage

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Resources for funding your dental education and managing student debt

ADEA Scholarships

Comprehensive list of scholarships specifically for dental students

Key Features:

Merit-based awards
Need-based aid
Minority scholarships
Application deadlines
FAFSA (Federal Student Aid)

Federal financial aid application and information portal

Key Features:

Federal loans
Grant opportunities
Work-study programs
Aid calculator
National Health Service Corps

Loan repayment programs for health professionals serving underserved communities

Key Features:

Loan forgiveness
Service opportunities
Rural/urban positions
Competitive salaries
State-Specific Programs

Many states offer loan forgiveness programs for healthcare professionals

Key Features:

State loan forgiveness
Local scholarships
Regional programs
Community partnerships

Quick Reference Guide

Essential information at a glance for your pre-dental journey.

Application Timeline

  • Junior year: Take DAT
  • May: Applications open
  • Fall: Submit applications
  • Winter/Spring: Interviews

Required Courses

  • Biology (2 semesters)
  • Chemistry (2 semesters)
  • Organic Chemistry (2 semesters)
  • Physics (2 semesters)

Competitive Stats

  • GPA: 3.7+ overall
  • Science GPA: 3.6+
  • DAT: 20+ Academic Average
  • Shadowing: 100+ hours

Key Deadlines

  • AADSAS: School-specific
  • FAFSA: October 1st
  • Secondaries: 2-4 weeks
  • Deposits: May 30th