The majority of dentists begin general practice after graduation. However there are a wide variety of employment opportunities outside of private practice. For example, dentists can have careers in dental education, forensic dentistry, research, and the dental product industry. To become a part of one of the 54 programs in the U.S., you will need to have a strong academic background in science. Students interested in being a dentist can major in one of several areas at Goshen College.
Many schools have some additional specific requirements.
This service provides an application that is acceptable to any participating school. For any school that does not participate in this service, you will need to apply directly to its admissions office. Additional information, such as letters of reference, may be asked for once your application has undergone and initial evaluation. Contact any school you are interested in to learn about its specific application procedure. Admissions committees evaluating applications usually consider previous academic curriculum, undergraduate GPA, and DAT scores.