Should I Send a Thank-You Note After My Dental School Interview?
Nancy’s Advice for Standing Out in a Competitive Cycle
If you’ve just wrapped up your dental school interview, you might be asking yourself:
“Should I send a thank-you note, or does that seem desperate?”
Let’s clear this up, sending a thank-you note after your interview isn’t desperate at all. In fact, it’s a thoughtful, professional gesture that shows you respect the committee’s time and appreciate the opportunity.
Why send one?
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It’s a simple way to stand out in a crowded applicant pool.
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It lets you reinforce your interest in the school.
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It demonstrates your professionalism and attention to detail.
What should you write?
Keep it short and genuine! Mention something specific you enjoyed from the conversation (maybe a topic you discussed or a program highlight that excited you) and offer a quick thank you.
Sample Thank-You Email
Subject: Thank You for the Interview
Dear [Interviewer's Name],
Thank you for taking the time to speak with me about [school/program name]. I especially enjoyed our discussion about [specific topic or program feature]. I appreciate the opportunity to learn more and look forward to staying in touch.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Final Tip:
If you forgot to send a thank-you note before, don’t stress. It’s never too late to be thoughtful—just keep it in mind for the future.
Congratulations on reaching the interview stage. Destroyer Nation is rooting for you!