It is very important to finish the basic course work required for entry into dental school prior to taking the Dental Admissions Test, because the DAT covers the information in these courses. Therefore, plan to finish that course work in the fall of your junior year, and to take the exam in the spring of your junior year. If one of these schools is interested by your first stage application, you will receive a second stage application directly from the school. You must request the application material from the school admissions office. This should be done during the summer.
Early application is important.
Apply by September 15th of your senior year. Most dental schools require an evaluation letter from your pre-dental advisor to support your application. Your advisor will review all the material in your credentials file and interview you for an hour. After the interview, your advisor will write the Advisor's Comments which are forwarded on your behalf to the dental schools, along with copies of some or all of your letters of recommendation. Recommendation letters will be selected to present a balanced view of your strengths and weaknesses, your academic achievements, and your extracurricular activities.