All other courses that would help in preparing for the test should be included in the program for the first three years. An interview is required of each applicant during the academic year prior to enrollment in a dental school. The applicant to the School of Dentistry at LLU must have completed a minimum of three academic years in an accredited liberal arts college and must present credits for a minimum of 144 quarter units before admission to the freshman class is considered. Acceptance is contingent on completion of specified subject requirements. A four-year curriculum leading to the bachelor's degree is advantageous.
Similar requirements exist at other dental schools.
Preference is given to students who will complete a baccalaureate degree before entering dental school. Pre-dental students can meet the requirements for graduation in any department. While various science and business degrees are frequently chosen, the School of Dentistry accepts the selection of non-science degrees. A major does not need to be chosen immediately, but it is desirable that a decision be made by the end of the freshman year. Advisers in the various departments will be glad to assist students in making their choices.