🎯Why U of U — Be Specific: Research U of U's unique programs, clinics, and faculty. Mention specific curriculum features, community outreach efforts, or research opportunities that align with your goals. Avoid generic answers that could apply to any school.
🧱Three Obstacles — Show Diversity: Pick three distinct obstacles from different areas of your life: academic, personal, and professional/clinical. This shows breadth of challenge and resilience across multiple dimensions.
💼Employment Question — Dentistry Isn't Required: Any work experience is valid. Highlight transferable skills: communication, precision, customer service, teamwork, time management. Show how non-dental jobs prepared you for dental school.
📅Submit Early: Most schools review secondaries on a rolling basis. Submitting within 2 weeks of receiving your secondary significantly improves your interview chances.