University of Kentucky College of Dentistry

Reference only — confirm prompts and deadlines on the school site.

1. 1

   Required

   Describe a significant challenge or setback you have faced in an academic, personal, or professional setting. What feedback or insight did you take from it?

2. 2

   Required

   Describe a time you received constructive feedback on a skill you were actively developing. How did you respond?

3. 3

   Required

   Describe a time you encountered an ethical dilemma, integrity concern, or unprofessional behavior in an academic, work, or service setting.

4. 4

   Required

   Describe a meaningful one-on-one relationship you developed over time through community service outside of dental shadowing.

5. 5

   Required

   Describe a time you supported someone experiencing distress. How did you help them feel heard, and what did this teach you?

6. 6

   Required

   Tell us about a time you contributed to the success of a team. What role did you play?

7. 7

   Required

   What is a personal habit, tendency, or mindset you are actively working to improve? What steps are you taking?

8. 8

   If applicable

   If you received a grade of C+ or lower in any course, explain the circumstances and what you changed.

9. 9

   If applicable

   If you have a DAT score of 380 (or 17 on the former scale) or believe scores do not reflect your abilities, explain.

10. 10

    Optional

    Is there anything else you would like the admissions committee to know?