Dentistry Requirements

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

• The University of Tennessee College of Dentistry admits one class per year beginning in August. The program is four years in length and leads to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree.
• There is no particular major required for admission to dental school although a strong background in science is highly recommended.
• All prerequisites listed below for the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry must be taken in a traditional classroom setting. Online coursework will not be accepted.
• Completion of a baccalaureate degree and the DAT (Dental Admissions Test) is required for admission
• Additional Resources

  • American Dental Education Association
    www.adea.org

  • American Dental Association Career Information
    www.ada.org/education.aspx

  • Associated American Dental Schools Application Service (Check to see which schools participate)
    https://portal.aadsasweb.org/