MCAT/DAT Course

MCAT Course

3 credits (1.5 fall, 1.5 spring)

Program Overview

The MCAT/DAT course was introduced in 1993 and has played a key role in the outstanding record of success of underrepresented students gaining acceptances into highly competitive medical/dental and other health professional schools. The primary purpose of the MCAT/DAT course is to provide ODASIS students with the tools they need to achieve competitive scores on the Medical College Admission Test/Dental Admission Test, thereby significantly enhancing their chances for acceptance into medical/dental school.

Program Description (MCAT):

The MCAT course starts during the first week of September and ends in April prior to the MCAT exam. Students are provided intensive supplemental instruction in the key content areas of biology, chemistry, physics, as well as verbal and writing skills. The course is offered on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Additionally, students are required to attend classes during winter break from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and spring break from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m.

Program Description (DAT):

Fall 2024 DAT currently unavailable 

The DAT course starts the first week of September and ends in December. Students are provided intensive supplemental instruction in the key content areas of biology, chemistry, mathematics, perception as well as verbal and writing skills. The course is offered on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Eligibility Requirements:

General Criteria:

• Completion of one year of General Chemistry, General Biology, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, and one semester of  General Physics
• A GPA of 3.4 
• Must register to take a writing course offered through the Rutgers University Department of English during the fall semester of the MCAT. Students may register for one of the following courses:

1. 355:201 - Research in Disciplines, Topic: Science, Medicine and Society
2. 355:302 - Scientific and Technical Writing
3. 355:355 - Writing in Professions
4. 355:342 - Science Writing