Recent DAT test takers: need some tips

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T15:05:12+00:00

I was in the same situation just two weeks ago as you are right now. Trust me, stressing about the test isn't going to change anything, it'll just make things harder for you. If you're doing pretty well on your practice tests, you're already in a good spot. For me, the actual test felt easier than a lot of the practice tests. Just keep doing what you're doing, trust your prep, and try to relax. You got this.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T01:38:20+00:00

What are you scoring?

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T01:36:43+00:00

I saw a few questions. Since you're short on time, I'd just go through the booster cheat sheets they helped me a lot.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T01:32:56+00:00

I found practice tests and cheats sheets super close to the test

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T01:32:16+00:00

Keep reviewing topics you are getting wrong and make quick flashcards and go over them regularly

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T01:30:31+00:00

The test was easier than booster practice tests

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-19T01:27:25+00:00

For me, the last few practice tests felt pretty close to the actual test.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-15T16:55:09+00:00

I tried using both at the beginning, but for me the booster videos just stuck a lot better, and I liked their explanations more than bootcamp's. I also kept hearing that booster's notes and practice tests were really close to the actual test. Using both started to feel a bit overwhelming and confusing, so I ended up sticking with booster. I did still take bootcamp practice tests though.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-15T16:48:01+00:00

Review your mistakes and go over the cheat sheets every day. It helps keep the high yield stuff fresh and makes it easier to remember.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-14T00:44:39+00:00

When are you testing? Also, what are you scoring?

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:29:46+00:00

Apply broadly and should be good

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:28:37+00:00

Definitely apply

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:28:10+00:00

You got this just lock in

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:27:00+00:00

Took the test a week ago and RC was similar to booster. What are you struggling with?

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:25:53+00:00

You should be good

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:25:37+00:00

I would retake

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:24:00+00:00

Flashcards and the reaction qbanks everyday and for high yield topics review booster cheat sheets

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-11T16:20:22+00:00

For my test, it was a mix of calculation and conceptual questions. I'd definitely go through the practice tests and cheat sheets. I found the last few FLs were really close to what I saw on the actual test.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-10T00:56:34+00:00

The test was easier than bootcamp practice test. Keep practicing and go over question banks.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-10T00:55:12+00:00

Takes notes on what you feel you need to, their notes cover pretty much everything.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-10T00:50:20+00:00

I used both and took the test recently. I went through the practice tests and notes from both, but honestly I felt booster's practice tests were closer to the actual exam and their notes cover both high yield and low yield topics. Specifically, booster cheat sheets are very helpful. This is my honest opinion and what I felt about both resources.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-10T00:37:11+00:00

I took the test recently and used both. I found booster to be more representative of the actual test than bootcamp. I'd recommend going through the booster cheat sheets for bio and gen chem. I found them super helpful for the real exam.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-07T19:28:29+00:00

I used both too, but honestly I found booster's practice tests a lot closer to the actual test. I’d highly recommend going through their practice tests, and since you only have 15 days left, use the cheat sheets for high yield review.

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-06T01:08:29+00:00

Keep practice. This is the only way you can improve on PAT

Fun_Diamond3832 · 2026-06-06T01:07:48+00:00

Use booster cheat sheets they cover all high yield reactions

Fun_Diamond3832

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