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15 minutes with Thomas. Your current position, your target schools, your timeline – and whether AceTheDAT is the right fit.

What happens on
the strategy call.

This isn't a sales call. It's a diagnostic conversation. Thomas will ask about your current position, pull up the average scores for your target schools, and tell you exactly what it would take to be competitive – and whether AceTheDAT makes sense for where you are.

01
Current Position Assessment
Where are you today? Practice test scores, sections that are strong, sections that aren't, how much time you have before your target test date.
02
Target School Score Mapping
Thomas will look at your specific target schools and help you understand what score range makes you competitive – so you have a real target, not a guess.
03
Gap Analysis & Plan Outline
The gap between where you are and where you need to be, with a clear explanation of what it would take to close it – and how long that realistically requires.
04
Honest Program Fit Assessment
If AceTheDAT is the right fit, Thomas will walk you through which program makes sense. If it isn't, he'll tell you that too. This call is about your outcome, not enrollment.
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Thomas Cordell
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2 minutes · Before you book

Tell Thomas a little about where you are.

He reviews every response before the call. The more you share, the more prepared he is – and the more useful those 15 minutes become.

Don't know where to start
Studied hard but score won't move
Specific sections holding me back
Timing and test-day execution
Have my score – need application help
All of the above

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Common Questions

Before you book,
a few quick answers.

Is the DAT strategy call actually free?
Yes – completely free, no strings attached. I do these calls because I'd rather spend 15 minutes figuring out if I'm actually the right fit for you than have you enroll in a program that isn't. We'll look at your scores, your target schools, and your timeline. If AceTheDAT makes sense, I'll tell you exactly why. If it doesn't, I'll tell you that too.
I've already taken the DAT and didn't get the score I needed. Can DAT tutoring actually help at this point?
This is the most common situation I work with. Most of my students are retakers – and retakers usually aren't failing because they don't know the material. They're failing because they're making strategy, timing, or execution errors that nobody has ever helped them identify. Bring your score report. The breakdown tells me a lot before Session 1 even starts.
What DAT score do I need to get into dental school?
It depends entirely on your school list – and that's one of the first things we look at on the strategy call. Different programs have different averages, and where you need to be varies. We'll look at your specific schools together so you're aiming at the right number, not a generic benchmark.
How is AceTheDAT different from other DAT prep courses or tutors?
Most DAT prep is generic – the same material, the same practice tests, the same advice whether you're struggling with Bio or bombing PAT. AceTheDAT is built around a specific student's data. Every session starts with what your numbers say you need. You also get three specialists, not one tutor stretched across everything: I coach every section of the DAT. Sarah M. adds specialist depth on PAT and QR specifically – the two sections where focused methodology moves scores the most. Farwa handles your application when the time comes. That structure is the difference.
Can I get dental school application help without enrolling in the DAT program?
Yes. Farwa's application consulting – personal statement, full AADSAS package, interview prep – is available as a standalone service for students who already have their DAT score. If you've tested and you're ready to build your application, reach out directly and we'll figure out what you need.
Which package size is right for me – 15, 30, or 45 hours?
The honest answer is it depends on where you're starting and when you need to test. The 15-hour package is for students with a real foundation who need focused help on 1–2 sections in a short window (4–6 weeks out). The 30-hour package is the most common choice — enough hours for full practice test review cycles plus content gaps (2–3 month runway). The 45-hour package is for reapplicants, students aiming 23+ AA, or anyone who wants Foundation → Building → Test phase coverage over 3+ months. We'll figure out which one fits on the strategy call.
Are DAT tutoring sessions online? Can I work with you from anywhere?
Yes – everything is remote. Sessions run over Zoom and the student portal is web-based. I work with pre-dental students across the US. You don't need to be in Chicago or near me for any of this to work.