Columbia University's DDS program is challenging, and you will face academic disappointments. How are you impacted when you encounter a setback or roadblock?
Everyone handles the stress and disappointment of setbacks differently. While attending university, these setbacks can feel even more amplified since your grades can significantly determine your success as a dental professional. Discuss with the Admissions Committee at Columbia University how you typically react to and cope with setbacks.
"Experiencing a setback is always disappointing and can be very disheartening, especially when involving a project that I have put a lot of time and effort into. I understand that setbacks happen to everyone - despite their level of expertise or years of experience. If I experience a major setback, I will take a few moments to debrief internally, get some fresh air if possible, or discuss what I could have done differently with a mentor. Then, I move on. Rather than dwell on my mistakes, I choose to learn from them."
