Real students. Real scores. Real results. See what happens when pre-dental students prepare the right way — with Dr. Jim Romano's DAT Destroyer series and live courses.

These are unedited messages, score reports, and photos sent directly by students after their DAT exams and acceptances.

Helping students prepare for the DAT since 1985.

Top DAT Student Results

470 TS | 450 AA

“Thank you Dr. Romano, I couldn’t have done it without you and the DAT Destroyers.”

“I’m so sad I won’t be able to have you as my teacher again and hope to refer you to all of my friends and family.”

— Dina, May 2026

Congratulations to this student on an outstanding DAT performance, including an exceptional Organic Chemistry score.

Preparing for the DAT requires discipline, consistency, and a strong foundation in the sciences. We are proud to have been part of this student’s journey and wish her continued success as she moves forward in the dental school admissions process.

Helping students prepare for the DAT since 1985.

Just over 5 years ago, I walked into the Prometric Testing Center to take my DAT after using the Official DAT Destroyer.

On Friday, I graduated as a dentist.

It took a tremendous amount of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice, but it happened.

All of my dental school experiences would not have happened without the help of Dr. Romano’s book, so thank you. It truly is a dream come true!  May 2026

Milana | Touro College of Dental Medicine Graduate — Class of 2026

"Dreams do come true."

Milana prepared using Dr. Jim Romano's DAT preparation classes and the DAT Destroyer series. Congratulations Milana — so proud of you!

Eric Orbon | AA 27 | TS 27 | Biology 30 | Organic Chemistry 27

"I am eternally grateful for what Doctor Romano has done for me. His work ethic and passion for all things science is UNPARALLELED and led me down a path to this beautiful sheet. Place your faith in the Destroyer and you will destroy — plain and simple."

— Eric Orbon

Jake Bivas | AA 21 | TS 22
Attending Rutgers School of Dental Medicine

Miss S. | AA 24 | TS 26 | General Chemistry 26 | Organic Chemistry 26 | Accepted to Harvard School of Dental Medicine

"I'm a post bacc student who came from a business background — my undergrad degree is in Economics. My orgo knowledge coming in was next to none. The Orgo Odyssey changed the way I approached orgo and made it my favorite thing to study. When I just started the Math Destroyer, I could probably do 8 questions on each test. On test day, I thought my science section was going so horribly that I had an emotional breakdown on my break. This turned out to be my highest section. Do your best and trust your work. And don't be afraid to message Miss Nancy — she's very kind."

— Miss S., Accepted to Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Luke Heaton | AA 26 | TS 29 | Organic Chemistry 30 | General Chemistry 28

"The study group and DAT/Math Destroyers played a big part in my success, so thank you!"

— Luke Heaton

Score report from Luke's DAT exam

Miss T. | AA 28 | TS 30 | Biology 30 | General Chemistry 30 | Organic Chemistry 30

"I owe my gratitude to Dr. Romano, Nancy Steen, and the Orgoman Team for their unwavering support throughout my journey. The DAT Destroyer proved to be a formidable challenge, but my outstanding results are a testament to my perseverance. With this achievement, I am now equipped with the confidence and qualifications to apply to my dream school."

— Miss T.

Joe M. | AA 27 | TS 25 | QR 30 | RC 30 | GC 30
Harvard School of Dental Medicine — Graduated

"I took the DAT and did pretty well, all thanks to Dr. Jim Romano and the Destroyer. I will be forever grateful for his help and guidance throughout my journey to this point. One year after taking the DAT, how the time flies. Product of the Destroyers and all of Dr. Jim Romano's study materials!"

— Joe M., Harvard School of Dental Medicine — Graduated

Christine Lee | AA 24 | TS 25 | Organic Chemistry 26 | Pre-Dental Society President, SFSU

"I recently used your DAT Destroyer and Math Destroyer books to conquer my DAT and score a 24AA, 25TS. Your resources are unbeatable!"

— Christine Lee, Pre-Dental Society President, San Francisco State University

Colin Gustas | Accepted to Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine

"I TRUSTED THE PROCESS. I did all the questions, understood every question and answer and wrong answer in all the Destroyers including Math. I blew the test out of the water, managed to get an interview at Midwestern University in AZ — my #1 school of choice — and got waitlisted. Then they called and said I've been accepted. Believe in the Destroyer system and you too will accomplish your dreams."

— Colin Gustas, Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine

Real Student Experiences and Journeys

Bob Spielman | AA 24 | TS 24 | Organic Chemistry 30

"It was roughly one year ago that I decided to quit lawyering and chase the dream of becoming a dentist. While shadowing in the NYU Dental clinics, one name kept cropping up amongst the D3's and D4's — nearly all of them would stop whatever drillin' n' fillin' they were doing to sing Dr. Romano's praises. So I reached out to Nancy Steen late one night to register. She responded almost immediately even though it was well past midnight. I could never have done it without DAT DESTROYER."

— Bob Spielman, former attorney — Organic Chemistry 30

Faraj Hassan (Rajjy) | Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry — Graduated

Study setup during DAT preparation

From Dr. Romano's desk to Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. Faraj never lost sight of the goal.

Mohammad Bokhari | Accepted to NYU College of Dentistry — Class of 2024

"I have finally been accepted into dental school — my top choice. Your very unique, fun, and memorable teaching style has better equipped me academically. If you study with the Doc and utilize the Orgoman products, you are working with the BEST! The DAT Destroyer book is a masterpiece of its own."

— Mohammad Bokhari, NYU College of Dentistry — Class of 2024

Anastasia | TS 22 AA 21 | Dental Hygienist | Non-Traditional Student

I took the DAT for the first time and scored an AA of 18 using other materials. After taking Dr. Romano's course, my Organic Chemistry score improved to a 25. You are the best investment for DAT preparation.

Nicole

After taking the DAT five times with various resources, I finally achieved the scores I needed using the DAT Destroyer and Dr. Romano's Prep Class. The Destroyer taught me to think creatively and practice the fundamentals. I will certainly recommend this group to anyone in need of DAT preparation.

— Nicole

Mina Karami | AA 20 | TS 20 | Organic Chemistry 24

"I mentally believed that it was IMPOSSIBLE for me to get into dental school. Till I randomly met a guy who was a Dr. Jim Romano student and he introduced me to the DESTROYER. I found out it is POSSIBLE with the DESTROYER. Thank you Dr. Jim Romano for making me believe in myself. Keep up the DESTROYER people — it is POSSIBLE."

— Mina Karami

Megi Rama

I was talking to Dr. Romano regarding my last DAT score and how many students are not getting the results they expect. Now that I am taking Dr. Romano's class, I realize what a big mistake I made not taking it the first time. I know I am not the first, and I will not be the last to make that mistake.

Leah Pakan | AA equivalent 24.5

"His Destroyer was my holy grail. I could not have done this without him. GOD BLESS THIS MAN!"

— Leah Pakan, DAT Summer Session Student

Steven | AA 23 | TS 22 | General Chemistry 28

"Thank you for all the work you and Dr. Romano put in to helping students like me get over the hump. I took my first DAT using another prep company and only scored 17 in Bio and 19 AA. DAT Destroyed again! Wow!!!"

— Steven

What Students Consistently Say About the Destroyer

Linda | TS 30 AA 25

I took the DAT four times using different companies and couldn't pass. A huge thanks to Dr. Jim Romano's class and books for helping me finally understand and master the material.

"Dr. Romano's teaching completely changed how I approach studying. I now feel confident in my understanding of the material."

"I used the DAT Destroyer and felt extremely prepared. The problems forced me to truly understand the concepts."

"I had a lower GPA and wasn't sure I could compete. These materials helped me improve far beyond my expectations."

"Dr. Romano and Nancy truly care about their students. Their dedication and support make all the difference."

"The Destroyer series is challenging, but that's exactly why it works. The DAT felt easier in comparison."

Real Student Results

Caesar "CJ" Limatola | AA 22 | TS 22 | Organic Chemistry 24

"Despite having a 3.2 GPA, by no means am I a genius. None of my professors expected me to achieve a score of 22, but guess what? I proved them all wrong. Trust the Orgoman process."

— Caesar "CJ" Limatola

Allen Nektalov | AA 23 | TS 24 | Organic Chemistry 26

Dr. Romano is very knowledgeable and consistently provides the best methods to teach everything we need to know to destroy the DAT. He is a must-have for anyone serious about getting the score they need to enter the dental school of their dreams.

Anastasia and Allen | D1 Students at Touro College of Dental Medicine

"Just last summer, Allen and I were sitting where you are now, attending Dr. Romano's summer course. Fast forward to today, and we're both D1 students at TCDM! Don't give up on your dream of becoming a dentist!"

— Anastasia, D1 Touro College of Dental Medicine

Rebecca Izyayeva | AA 20 | TS 20 | December 20, 2023

Mera Mazoukh | AA 23 | TS 25 | Biology 27 | Organic Chemistry 26

DAT Student | AA 430 | October Test

DAT Score Report (ADA Portal)

Taking the DAT once is tough. Taking it three times while raising a child takes real determination.

This student joined our online DAT class in June, determined to give it one more shot. After using multiple DAT study materials in the past, she decided to focus on the Destroyer books — and the results speak for themselves:

October DAT Scores (3-Digit Scale)
Biology – 440
General Chemistry – 460
Organic Chemistry – 480
Quantitative Reasoning – 410
Reading Comprehension – 380
Perceptual Ability – 420
Academic Average – 430

She shared:
It was challenging to manage my time with a child, but I'm proud of the progress I made. Your support helped me stay consistent and regain hope. Your belief in me made a real difference.

We're proud of her persistence and focus. Results like this come from consistency and strong preparation.

I just took my DAT exam. I got a good score, but I couldn't have done it without the course and Dr. Romano continually pushing us to do better. I am very emotional today. Finally, I got to score well, and I prove to myself that I could do so. This has been such a long journey for , I will be forever grateful and will always have all of you in my heart. I will share my scores as soon I get home. 

On the evening of November 23, 2020, superstar student Sao Lara set a DESTROYER record with perfect 30, 30, 30 scores across all three DAT science sections.

Biology: 30
General Chemistry: 30
Organic Chemistry: 30

Sao later graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine.

Her performance remains one of the strongest DAT science score reports we have ever seen.

OAT Student Results

Our OAT students have also achieved exceptional results using the OAT Destroyer and Dr. Romano’s study materials

Perfect OAT Score Report | OAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

“I used the OAT Destroyer to study and found it extremely helpful. It was definitely more challenging than the actual exam, but working through it gave me the practice and repetition I needed to feel fully prepared on test day. The Biology section especially exposed me to a broad range of questions that could appear on the exam.

— Anonymous OAT Student | Perfect 400 Scores Across All Sections | 99th Percentile | August 2020

What Successful DAT and OAT Students Do Differently

Students who achieve strong DAT scores are not relying on shortcuts or memorization. They build a foundation. They work through difficult problems. They learn how to think — not just recognize answers. That is exactly how students prepare in Dr. Jim Romano's DAT courses, and why the DAT Destroyer series has been trusted by pre-dental students for over 35 years.

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