One to two years. The engineering physics 2210 series also fulfills this requirement. Physics is not on the DAT, but is required for admission. Make certain your academic record is well balanced with emphasis on both science and humanities. The average GPA for University of Utah students admitted to dental school is usually 3.40.
Dental schools have no preference as to a student's major.
You are encouraged to select a major which is of interest to you while at the same time considering possible career alternatives. It is possible to enter dental school with completion of only predental requirements and general education courses. Firsthand dental experience is gained through BIOL 3080 Predental Orientation and BIOL 4955 Independent Study. Some excellent campus opportunities include laboratory research, teaching assistantships, community service, and your choice of 200 student organizations. The RDEP program currently has 10 positions available each year for Utah residents.