AWARD OVERVIEW
DentaQuest is partnering with SAID to support a DAT prep program for the purpose of preparing our member students with a desire to enter the practice of dentistry with academic coaching, admission test preparation and mentoring. Our goal is to enable SAID Pre-Dental Students to successfully gain admission to a U.S. dental college and see success in their first year of academics.
Sponsored by DentaQuest, this scholarship is available to AI/AN undergraduate students who have not previously participated in this DAT Prep Program. Scholarship applications will be considered on a rolling basis. It is recommended that the student complete the prerequisite courses (biology, chemistry, organic chemistry) prior to taking the exam and are considering submitting an application at least one year before entering dental school. To be considered for this scholarship please complete the following:
--The form below, including the essay section (500+ words) and preferred study course.
--Upload your Proof of school enrollment, Your most current transcripts; and your volunteer and shadowing experience.
--Student membership for the current year (and subsequent years as pre-dental and dental student).
AWARD REQUIREMENTS
--New this year, applicants have the opportunity to select a prep program that they feel will help them in studying for the DAT. Provide a justification for selecting the particular program (150-250 words)
--100% participation in the course and show significant participation in the online study program (minimum 200 hours of study is recommended)
--Organize with SAID to pay for your testing
--Select a location and date for DAT (in home locale if available or closest testing location)
--Take the DAT within 6 months of beginning your study prep
--Apply to at least three (3) dental schools of student’s choosing
--Attendance to:
--At least two (2) professional 1-on-1 mentoring sessions (Recommended sessions – one
focused on interviews, one focused on school options)
--All mentorship webinars hosted by SAID
--At least two (2) Peer-to-Peer session
--The 2024 or 2025 SAID conference
--One (1) pre-dental workshop approved by SAID
AWARD COMPONENTS
--DAT prep course as agreed upon by student and SAID*
--Travel and hotel to DAT testing location if it is outside the student’s locale
--Testing fee
--Travel to and participation in approved workshop for pre-dental students, if not covered by the workshop host
--Coaching and mentorship opportunities such as practicing with SAID members and students for
admissions interview and support for the transition to dental school
--Peer-to-Peer mentorship opportunities (including Zoom meeting for students to connect)
--Travel, room (double-occupancy with another SAID student), conference meals, and registration at the
SAID conference.
*SAID does not endorse any particular DAT prep course. The following is a list of courses that can be found by searching the internet:
--Kaplan DAT LIMITLESS 12-month prep course with 3 hours added tutoring
--DAT Bootcamp
--DATBooster
