ADEA GoDental Newsletter:
Don’t get spooked by the application process
Keep the stress of applying to dental school in perspective.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision that dentistry is the health career for you. Now it is time to start the somewhat daunting task of applying to dental school. The process can sometimes seem like you are a contestant on American Ninja Warrior—not only facing the obstacle course that is the application process, but also dealing with the competition of other applicants. The truth is, the application process can be very stressful, but you must keep that stress in perspective if you want to succeed. Use the stress as a motivational tool rather than allowing it to hamper your efforts. Here are some obstacles you might encounter during the application process and advice on how to deal with them.
The cost of dental school interviews: Be sure to plan ahead
The cost of applying to dental school includes more than just the application and DAT fees. When applying, it is important to consider the initial costs as well as traveling expenses that you will incur if you are invited to an interview. Having a strategy for these expenses is key to keeping the cost down. So, what should that strategy look like?
Applying to dental hygiene programs just got easier!
ADEA recently introduced a new ADEA DHCAS platform. If you are interested in pursuing a career as a dental hygienist, be sure to check out all of the new features for this improved applicant portal.
