The entering class is typically full by February 1. Applicants are advised to apply in early fall of the admissions cycle, preferably by September 1. The Committee prefers to have DAT scores on file at the time of the applicant's interview. Applicants who wait until spring of the their senior year to take the DAT will find themselves at a disadvantage in competing for space in the entering class. Staff will be contacting the most competitive applicants to schedule an interview day.
All applicants are responsible for ensuring that their credentials are on file.
Contact the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs to determine the status of your application file. Application statuses can also be checked from the main homepage. The American Association of Dental Schools is forecasting that U.S. dental schools will experience further increases throughout this decade as undergraduates discover the outstanding opportunities in the dental profession. The American Dental Association is predicting a shortage of dentists in the years ahead. While the incidence of cavities in our society is decreasing, the demand for dental care, especially preventive care, is increasing as our population ages.