Ways to Make Your Dental School Applications Stand Out

There are many emotions involved when deciding to apply to dental school. Some applicants have been dreaming of working in the dental field for many years, while others have been unsure of their future and make a last-minute decision to apply. No matter which category you fall under, one thing is true for all applicants — everyone is qualified. It is not uncommon for applicants to have stellar grades and strong DAT scores. When completing a dental school application, it is important to consider what sets you apart from other applicants. We want to share some helpful advice to consider when completing your dental school applications. The goal is to make yourself stand out from other applicants, and these tips may help:

Be Well Rounded

Dental schools are looking for applicants who can do more than study and get good grades. Dentists today need to be sympathetic to patients' needs and have a bedside manner that is kind, warm and welcoming. It is beneficial to do all you can to participate in clubs, get involved in the school and local community by giving back to others, and show interests other than science and dentistry. 

Participate in Research

Getting involved in some form of biomedical research at your college or university will help you stand out from the crowd. Do all you can to make a name for yourself while completing your research, such as writing for a dental or science publication. 

Travel Abroad to Volunteer

Many colleges and universities have opportunities to travel abroad to help those in need. Find a location or cause that speaks to you and travel to assist with the endeavors of the organization when possible. 

The most important point to remember is to do things that you are passionate about and you actually enjoy doing. Your application needs to express the enthusiasm that you have for your life and your future. Volunteer for and research topics that bring you joy and that you will have no problem discussing.  

If you are still in the beginning stages of learning about the dental school application, be sure to find out more about the scholarship provided by Dr. Michael Krochak. Applications are now closed for 2022, but now is a great time to read about the scholarship for next year.

The Dr. Michael Krochak Pre-Dental Scholarship was developed to encourage young men and women to enter the field of dentistry. The scholarship helps students pursuing careers in dentistry to meet the rising costs of college tuition and is available to students in their junior year of college. For additional information on the scholarship, please visit our website: https://www.krochakpredentalscholarship.com/pre-dental-scholarship.