Scoring & Admissions Impact Flashcards

Can a candidate retake the ADAT if unsatisfied with their score?

Answer: Yes, subject to ADA retest waiting-period and attempt rules

Retakes are permitted under the ADA's specified waiting periods and attempt limits.

When a candidate retakes the ADAT, how are scores generally reported to programs?

Answer: The score history including previous attempts is typically available

Programs generally can see the candidate's attempt history rather than only one result.

What should a candidate do before test day to ensure scores reach the right programs?

Answer: Designate or authorize the intended programs to receive scores

Candidates must authorize which programs receive their official ADAT scores.

How does the mandatory nature of the ADAT compare to the DAT for U.S. applicants?

Answer: The DAT is required for dental school while the ADAT is often optional for advanced programs

The DAT is standard for dental school entry, whereas ADAT adoption by advanced programs is optional.

A candidate scores in a high percentile on the ADAT. What does the percentile indicate?

Answer: Their standing relative to other test takers

A percentile shows how a candidate performed compared to the broader pool of examinees.

Which factor most directly limits how heavily the ADAT can affect admissions nationally?

Answer: Voluntary and still-growing adoption among programs

Because adoption remains voluntary and evolving, the ADAT's overall admissions impact varies.

If a program requires the ADAT, failing to submit a score typically results in:

Answer: An incomplete application

Omitting a required ADAT score usually renders the application incomplete.