New ADA Policy: DAT Administration Limit
The ADA has announced that Dental Admission Test (DAT) examinees will be limited to *three* opportunities to take the DAT. This policy will be *retroactive* when it takes effect January 2007. The decision was made due to two primary reasons: to limit the potential for individuals and outside agencies to gather information regarding the content of the exam. This information could then be used to prepare other potential examinees giving an unfair advantage over others. Second, if an applicant takes the test repeatedly (over three times) their performance may improve due to repetition. The Council will allow for exceptions for individuals who provide documentation showing they are current applicants to dental school. The 2007 DAT Candidate’s Guide will reflect this policy change.
