5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Applying to Dental School

# What Nobody Told Me

The dental school application process is unlike anything else. Here are five things I learned the hard way.

1. Your GPA Matters More Than You Think

Most Canadian dental schools have hard GPA cutoffs.

2. Shadowing Hours Add Up

Start early — you'll need 100+ hours.

3. The Interview is Everything

Once you meet the academic cutoffs, the interview determines your fate.

4. Research Experience Stands Out

5. Community Involvement is Non-Negotiable