As many as 90 students may be admitted to entering classes of the Dental School at San Antonio. The curriculum of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program is structured to present basic science courses during the first two years, with some clinical experience beginning in the first year and increasing each year until it predominates in the junior and senior years. Admission to the Dental School is highly competitive. Successful applicants are those who show evidence of consistently performing well academically and having extracurricular interests and achievements. Applicants are considered on a competitive basis with attention given to the undergraduate grade point average, DAT scores, evaluation by preprofessional advisors or professors, extramural achievements and interviews conducted by members of the Admissions Committee.
Preference is given to legal residents of Texas.
Only outstanding nonresidents will be considered or accepted. This will essentially eliminate the need for buying textbooks and course manuals. The cost of the electronic curriculum support materials is part of the advertised fees. Applicants whose residency status is unclear should complete a Residence Questionnaire, available from the Registrar's Office. Other substantiating documents may be required.