MY Journey to Dental School // AADSAS Application, College GPA, DAT Score, Post-baccalaureate & Cost

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In this video, you will get to see all the hurdles I had to jump through to get to where I am today. From my dental stats to my dental acceptances, I speak about my rejections, the financial and time investments, but also my growth in this LONG journey. It is my hope this video can change how you perceive rejection/failure-to see that is merely one step closer to success.
I am 100% confident that I continue to endure failures in the next 3 years of my life as a dental student. However, I am also confident that my past experiences have made me more resilient and grittier than ever before. More importantly, I am excited to document and share with everyone the highs and lows as a dental student!
As always, good luck :)
-RZ
Check out my Instagram:@Bob_TheDentist for more dental content!

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@GorgeousGorgeous-kr3wj 21 день назад

I finally passed my DAT exam after all the stress.I thank God for the great opportunity and my tutor Thomas 🎊🎊🎉🎉 All my prayers to those struggling to pass through DAT cause it hasn't been easy.I hope y'all make it some day too Amen🙏

@ValentineValentine-ng6fx 21 день назад

I failed 3 times, i lost money to reviews that never helped but the major thing is that I've not lost hope

@SimoySimon 20 дней назад

i'm sorry for your plight my friend but i was once in your shoes before i was recommended to Mr Thomas and thats how i passed DAT

@ValentineValentine-ng6fx 20 дней назад

I had interest in working with him but I was discouraged by my friends out of ignorance 😔

@AngelaAngela-re8dc 20 дней назад

I have a cousin who never studied much,we studied together but she gives most of her time to her phone than studies after writing the DAT test she passed and I failed😣, I asked her how she did it, just found out she got her help from Mr Thomas ..

@SimoySimon 19 дней назад

Sometimes hard work doesn’t pay you have to back it up with smartness🤓, I think your cousin understood that perfectly

@shiadanimontiel2766 3 года назад

“it’s not a competition, it’s how well you do it” - I cried 🥺❤️

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Aww don't cry! I believe in you! You've got this! Feel free to message me if you have any questions :)

@SmilesPending 2 года назад

Wow! What a journey you’ve been on. So proud of you and congrats on finally getting into a great school!

@myshellv5590 Год назад

Ahh your story made me tear up ! Thank you for sharing your story 🥺❤️ It helps people see that with resilience anything is possible!

@paoHF 3 года назад

This is an amazing and humbling journey! You deserve to be a dentist!

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your kind words :)

@andrewlybbert9527 Год назад

Thank you for sharing your experience! It contains many great lessons related to pursuing a worthwhile goal. I am a biology professor and always try to remind my students that there are MANY ways to achieve your professional goals, that things likely won’t go exactly how they have planned and that OK! There is learning and experience in the journey! Wishing you all the best with your career!

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

Thank you for the kind words! :)

@smiliesshiny7381 2 года назад

Amazing,such an inspiring journey. This is my first cycle and rejections from everywhere! You boosted my confidence🙏

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

So glad I you found this helpful! Rejections are always hard but keep your head up! Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions! :)

@lfg235 2 года назад

You are so resilient. Congratulations bro!

@MrChoiwonjoon 3 года назад

Hi Robert, also an incoming D1 at UOP here:) Congratulations and thanks for sharing your journey. Can't wait to meet you this July!

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Thanks for the comment! Congrats to you as well! I am very excited in meeting you soon! :)

@bpparkinson 2 года назад

I’m so glad you shared your story with us. It’s truly inspiring. You aimed for what you wanted and got it. Even though you got discouraged, you pushed through. So awesome 👏🏾. Best wishes to you as you continue your dental journey 😊!

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Thank you so much! :) This means a lot to me!

@bpparkinson 2 года назад

@Robert Zhou You’re very welcome!

@Fashiongurru56 3 года назад

Wow I love how transparent you were in this video it was truly inspiring!💕 Do you think you will make a video going over how you prepared for the DAT, especially for the PAT part?

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Hiii- thank so much! Transparency is important to me as I continue to grow my channel and future videos! I will definitely make a video on how I prepared for the DAT. It is an essential part of the application and I know there are others who want a some of guidance on how to study for it!. Stay tuned :)

@appealingalex3825 5 месяцев назад

Congrats! Perseverance is a great trait to have.

@Travis-lf9lv 3 года назад

congratulations! you have amazing perseverance and will make a great dentist!

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Thanks Travis! I will strive to be the best dentist I can be :)

@angbop5192 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your story and congrats on getting into UOP! :)

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

This means so much to me! Thank you Angela :)

@charisfasoldt3869 3 года назад

Wow such an inspiring story!! Def wanna hear about Cornell :)

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Thank you Charis! I have to make a video about that now!

@bigblackblock7385 2 года назад

Hey man, I think recognized you from Cluster 3 at Temple last year when I was a D3. I think we spoke once or twice. I'm glad you made it man. Congrats!!! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Hey! Wow what a small world that you would stumble on my video haha. Thanks for the comment and I wish you the best in last year at Temple! Please find me on Instagram so we can connect!

@tokenjoy 3 года назад

Damn. You deserve it. I graduated from Temple Dental in '82. Never worked so hard in my life. Lots of clinical experience though. Much more than crosstown Penn Dental. At least that's how it used to be.

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Sounds like your hard work has paid off! I really liked Temple's dental program as well. I could tell how strong their clinical training is when I was assisting the dental students during my post-bacc! Thank you comment :)

@ErikaCorrea 2 года назад

Congratulations on UOP!! That’s a great school!

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Thank you!! :)

@vitorsilveirafigueiredo4306 2 года назад

Wow king congrats on not giving up

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

Appreciate the comment Vitor!

@nassimazer1608 3 года назад

This is truly an inspirational video 💖

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@joshsamaniego6548 2 года назад

Glad I found this video. Super motivating and I also have the same dream school! Hopefully I would be able to see you there in the future!

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Thanks for the comment Josh! Let me know if have any questions or concerns about the process. Hope to see you part of the Dugoni family soon. Best of luck!

@henylor2813 Год назад

wow this is eye opening thank you!

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

Glad it was helpful! :)

@janettemireles6731 3 года назад

Thank you wow I’m crying rn

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Of course! I'm happy to share my story with you :)

@slumbermaster6932 3 года назад

Congrats Robert.

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Thank you for the kind words Jaanu! :)

@Thoughtlesamaira 5 месяцев назад

Doc you are amazing 🤩you will be an amazing artist plus dentist

@harvestingseason2725 3 года назад

Ur voice is very calming bruh

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

haha thank you!

@nairababakhanianstudent2704 Год назад

Thank you for this video, we (my husband) is going through the same thing. For three years he has been trying to get into dental school but due to COVID he was unable to take any DAT tests, his appointment to take the test got canceled twice. When he finally took the DAT in October, it was his first try and received score of 19. sadly he did not get any acceptance letters to any schools. We are trying again this year, we are very scared for the same thing to happen again.... it feels discouraging and makes you stop and think if this is the right career but knowing him this is the only career he loves and is passionate about. we are not sure what to do if we don't get it but this video helps a lot. We are not sure what Committee letter you were speaking about, We have never heard of that. If you can clarify what that is we would be grateful. Again we are on the same path that you have been on, year after year getting rejected and its beginning to look like its faith. we refuse to give up but it is heart breaking to consider the same outcome. if there are any resources or websites you can share with us to help us know better about how the applications for dental schools work, what they are looking for or whatever we would appreciate it!!!

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

Hi Naira thank you for this thoughtful post! I happy to hear that your husband (and you) can relate to this video. The journey to dental school is not an easy thing, that's for sure. But if this is what he really wants I think, in time, it will happen! Sit down to understand what the areas of weakness are in his application and try to bolster them in the best way possible. Sometimes it is best to not apply cycle after cycle unless there are substantial improvements or changes from the previous cycle. A committee letter is a letter from the institution (usually the college or university) that the prospective applicant applies for and is used for the AADSAS application. This letter is different from LOR (letters of recommendations) because it is written in a more neutral tone and impartial. Not all colleges or undergrads offer this committee letter - therefore its not necessary to have this but is highly recommended to use it if your institution does offer it. If you have more questions, feel free to reach me personally and perhaps we can set up a time to discuss how to improve the application process for your spouse! Feel free to reach me via Instagram or email!

@molouslife536 2 года назад

Wow. Great job.

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Many many thanks :)

@kvgolfa 2 года назад

I also did the 3/3/1 haha. Graduating from dental school next month!

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Congrats! Best on your life as a DENTIST or specialist!

@erikak8187 10 месяцев назад

I’ve been to Cornell. A couple generations

@nonellechin9412 11 месяцев назад

Wow ‼️ UOP is a great school 🤍

@amandap7332 2 года назад

Hi Robert! I’m kind of on the same boat as you and this was a really helpful and motivational video for me 😭How did you find dental internship opportunities? And what did you do to get an dental x-ray certificate? Also, what did you do as a dental coordinator?

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Hey Amanda :) Sorry for the delayed reply! But I am so glad this video was able to provide you some motivation! The dental internship I had was through a facebook connection. I had a mutation friend with this one pediatric dentist who was posting on his facebook wall that he was looking for interns. If you are in the bay area, I would be happy to connect you with him. I had got my X-ray certification because I was assisting in his pediatric clinic and wanted to do more than help with sterilization. It completed my X-ray certification through a third party that was close by! As a dental coordinator, or treatment coordinator, I was responsible for taking in patients, helping them understand that product that we were offering (clear aligners), scribing for the orthodontists, helping them with insurance and payment options, and was in the direct line of communications with the patient before they decided to start treatment. Feel free to message me on instagram if you have anymore questions :) -Robert

@roseie464444 3 года назад

Yes can you share how you transferred into Cornell from community college?

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

I'll be happy to! Stay tuned!

@user-mz3fc5wj7v 4 месяца назад

Why did you need another postbac program even after taking uc berkeley extension courses?

@mblackops2 Год назад

Man, I thought this would encourage me but all it did was get me more nervous lol. I’m in the 4th week of my senior year, I took the DAT two days ago and I totally bombed it, I got a 17 AA and 16 PAT, I was going to apply this cycle but ended up not doing so cuz of the bad DAT lol. I’m gonna retake it in July 2023. You think I have a shot if I get at least a 20 on the DAT? I have a 3.7 GPA, 150 Shadowing and Volunteering hours. I really hope I can get I’m next cycle

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

I think it really depends! while the DAT is a factor many dental schools look, it's not the only factor. I would definitely consider retaking the DAT and aiming for a minimum of 20AA. Since there is an increase in DAT scores over the years, I would say 20AA is now the minimum to be competitive. Great job on your GPA though! that's not easily to achieve!

@hey-ef9is Год назад

Hi, I'm thinking of applying to post bacc or dental schools. I ahve some questions after watching you videos: Is it possible to apply for dental schools and post bacc at the same time? I was wondering if I can apply to both type of programs to ultimately get into dental schools. Also, do you need to retake DAT when you finish post bacc program? Are there any programs that does not require dat scores when you're applying for dental schools after post bacc?

@jk3029 2 года назад

god I am so scared to apply to dental schools! I have no experience for shadowing/volunteering/internships/research nothing! idk where and how do I start! my anxiety doesn't let me do anything

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Don't worry too hard about it! It is definitely a stressful time but I believe that there are multiple ways one can get into a dental school. Start with the foundations! Focus on your academics courses and doing well in school. From there, you might start to pick up a couple extracurricular activities and shadowing in your free time! If you have any more questions - feel free to personally reach out to me via social media!

@d.k.4217 2 года назад

Hi, could you go into more detail about your internship on another future video?

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Yes! I'll try to make another video about my dental internship and things I did during my gap years. Dental school is definitely consuming much of my time, but I'll try to release more YT videos in the future! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me on my instagram! I respond pretty often in the messages there!

@d.k.4217 2 года назад

@@robertzhouDDS Sounds great and I totally understand. Thanks!

@novarattu6696 2 года назад

So I basically need a 3.8ish or better and a high DAT. I barley passed high school. I want nothing more than to go to dental school

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

It depends! I think if you have a 3.5 GPA in your undergrad then you are a strong applicant! 3.8 GPA will surely put you in a spot for more interviews! Having a lower GPA but also higher DAT can also be a great combo that may show dental school admissions that you are able to handle the curriculum

@bigtime911 2 года назад

If you were a dental assist a Hygentist does it help you get into dental school? Good video thanks

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

I think it definitely doesn't hurt to have another unique experience, like being a dental hygienist or even dental assist. However, it is not required to have these experiences unless some schools actually requires a certain amount of shadowing hours!

@grantjohnson1908 Год назад

What should you do if your school has no committee letter?

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

Hey Grant! I would look on AADSAS to ensure you meet the requirements of each school- or the schools you wish to apply to. Usually they require at least 2 science professors, and a dentist that you have shadowed/worked with. You can opt out to submit individual letters even if your school offered a committee letter, however, I believe dental school prefer you to use a committee letter if your college offers it!

@ghosh96souvik 3 года назад

Make a video on community college... Plzzz

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Its coming next!!!! Subscribe so you get notified! :)

@alexandrarodriguez4343 3 года назад

What is the post back program called?

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

I did my post-bac at Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry! You can check the program out here: dentistry.temple.edu/academics-and-admissions/postbaccalaureate Feel free to message me if you have any more questions about the program! :)

@alieabutt492 Год назад

Any Canadians in your program?

@danielryu8261 3 года назад

What schools have you applied to the first two times?

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Hello! I can't recall all of the schools, but here are the majority of schools that I do remember: UOP, UCSF, UCLA, USC, UMichigan, Columbia, Penn, Harvard, Western University, Rutgers, University of Buffalo, Stony Brook, Temple University, University of Connecticut, Boston University, Tufts, and the University of Washington. I applied to some of these schools multiple times and others once (like UW). Hope this answers your question! :)

@kamyabvaline3060 2 года назад

Thanks for the video..Is 3.5 gpa low for an international student

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Hey Kamyab - international students may have different criteria that I'm not familiar with. However, generally speaking, if you have a 3.5 GPA (both science and overall) you are competitive as a dental school applicant! I wish you the best! Feel free to reach out to me if you have any more questions!

@LegendarSky8 2 года назад

nice video, what college did you go to for undergraduate btw

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

I went to a community college for two years and then transferred to Cornell University where I got my B.S!

@LegendarSky8 2 года назад

@@robertzhouDDS thank you for sharing your experience, what was your GPA of your undergraduate ?

@golfertex Год назад

Like I say in my jeremiad, dental school didactic is easy, you just have to memorize the crap out of everything. Dental lab & clinical are very difficult, because grading is extremely subjective. Don’t shadow a dentist, she has already “made it.” Shadow a dental student.

@TheDedloc Год назад

Im so screwed... I am never getting in.

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

If this is what you really want to do- you will find a way to make it happen :)

@excavers1610 Год назад

Did you pay out of pocket for the post Bach?

@robertzhouDDS Год назад

Most students pay out of pocket or take out student loans for this program. Since its a graduate program, you would have take out federal grad loans!

@samskidaddle5699 3 года назад

Hi ,what schools did you apply to ?

@robertzhouDDS 3 года назад

Hey Sam- Someone asked a similar question from my other video. Here is the answer to that! I can't recall all of the schools, but here are the majority of schools that I do remember: UOP, UCSF, UCLA, USC, UMichigan, Columbia, Penn, Harvard, Western University, Rutgers, University of Buffalo, Stony Brook, Temple University, University of Connecticut, Boston University, Tufts, and the University of Washington. I applied to some of these schools multiple times and others once (like UW). Hope this answers your question! :)

@samskidaddle5699 2 года назад

@@robertzhouDDS By chance do you have an email please I can email you please?

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

@@samskidaddle5699 Sure! bz274@cornell.edu

@maryou3821 2 года назад

I am very interested in dentistry and was wondering what majors would be best to apply for in undergrad to have all the prerequisites for dental school, plz help! 😭

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Hi Mary thanks for the comment! While there isn't really a specific major that you need for dental school- I think majors in the physical sciences or biological sciences would be best for any pre-health professions. The reason being is that the classes that you take in those majors will overlap with most, if not all, of the prerequisites required for dental school. Make sure you do well in your undergrad classes and study hard on the DAT! Hope this helps! Feel free to message me if you have any more questions :)

@maryou3821 2 года назад

@@robertzhouDDS Thank you for replying! I’m thinking of biochemistry or biomedical engineering what are your thoughts? And what is the best way to contact you?

@kowsarzannat3896 11 месяцев назад

R u Doing BDS ??

@andressmith1414 2 года назад

I thought a 3.5 Cumulative gpa was somewhat competitive. I guess I’m in trouble

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Hey Andres! 3.5 GPA is strong, don't worry too much! I think you have a great shot with a strong DAT score.

@cynthiamartinez6583 Год назад

This is like saying high school rejected you

@UriValdez 2 года назад

Wow, 3.4 GPA is low? I have zero chance then

@robertzhouDDS 2 года назад

Hi Uriel- it all really depends on which schools you apply to! 3.4 GPA can be really competitive for some school and just competitive enough for others. I would say if you have a 3.4 GPA apply! Dental schools definitely look at other factors beyond your GPA and DAT scores. However, I would say that those two metrics are heavily considered when admissions are looking at your applicant to assess how ready you are at handling the rigorous circulumn in dental school! Hope this was insightful :)

@UriValdez 2 года назад

@@robertzhouDDS im nowhere near a 3.4 GPA, but I also just started my school at 33 yrs old, I have been in the dental field for 12 yrs as an assistant. I have time to get a better GPA for sure. But this whole thing is intimidating, sometimes I really doubt myself. Im very strong when It comes to hands on dentistry but with the books a different game.

@abrahamlincoln7912 2 года назад

@@UriValdez Keep going! I know you can make it.

@UriValdez 2 года назад

@@abrahamlincoln7912 thanks, I wont give up

@golfertex Год назад

Here is what happened to me. I wish I had been rejected, then I would not have wasted 7 years of my life. docs.google.com/file/d/1xtTabOJBFYvT1xgl6exeoQdfucTzzDB4/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword