DAT Articles & Guides
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When Is the Best Time to Take the DAT?
Find out the best time to take the DAT based on your year in college, how to align your test date with the AADSAS application cycle, and key 2026 DAT updates.
Canadian DAT vs. American DAT: Key Differences Explained
Compare the Canadian DAT and American DAT side by side — sections, scoring, fees, content, and which schools accept each exam.
How To Study DAT Biology in 2026
Learn what DAT Biology covers, which topics matter most, and how to study efficiently with timed practice, active recall, and better review loops.
DAT Perceptual Ability Test (PAT): Format, Strategy, and Practice Plan
Learn how the DAT PAT is structured, what each question type tests, and how to improve your PAT score with better timing and daily practice.
DAT Quantitative Reasoning: Format, Topics, and How to Study
Learn what the DAT Quantitative Reasoning section tests, how it is scored, and how to raise your QR score with a practical study and pacing plan.
DAT Reading Comprehension: Strategies, Question Types, and How to Study
Master the DAT Reading Comprehension section with proven strategies, question type breakdowns, pacing tips, and study resources to boost your score in 2026.
DAT Scoring Explained (2026 Guide to the 200-600 Scale)
Learn how DAT scoring works on the new 200-600 scale, what counts as a competitive score, and how to interpret percentiles for dental school admissions.
DAT Sections Breakdown: Questions, Times, and Scores
A complete breakdown of all DAT sections — questions, time limits, topic percentages, scoring, pacing strategies, and what changed in 2025–2026.
DAT Study Schedule (2026): 12-Week, 8-Week, and 4-Week Plans
Build a realistic DAT study schedule with 12-week, 8-week, and 4-week options, weekly templates, and practice-test timing based on current DAT policies.
How Hard Is the DAT in 2026? Difficulty, Sections, and Study Plan
How hard is the DAT? Learn what makes the exam difficult, which sections feel toughest, and how to build a realistic prep plan for a strong score.
How To Prepare For The DAT In 2026
A complete guide to preparing for the DAT: study schedules, section-by-section strategies, best resources, common mistakes, and what's new for 2026.
How to Study for DAT Organic Chemistry (2026 Guide)
Learn what is tested in DAT Organic Chemistry, how the 30 questions are structured, and how to study reactions, mechanisms, and lab concepts efficiently.