Pre-Dentistry

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Biology Faculty Advisor Jonathan Karpel – SCA 201 – (435) 586-1928	COS Student Success Advisors
Chemistry & Physics Faculty Advisor J. Ty Redd – SC 213 – (435) 586-7904

Overview of Program

Our programs provide the curriculum, support, and guidance to ensure that students interested in Pre-Health Science careers are well positioned for acceptance into their chosen post-baccalaureate healthcare programs. Many of our students have gained admission to top schools by completing the required prerequisites while pursuing their chosen undergraduate degrees at SUU. The Walter Maxwell Gibson College of Sciences academic and faculty advisors work closely with students to chart the ideal academic program for their success.

Something to Consider

Many students either find themselves waiting a year for graduate/professional school acceptance, or recognize that a graduate-level credential would improve their career preparation. The MBA program in the SUU Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business welcomes applicants with undergraduate degrees in any program. There are admission requirements, but they are minimal and relatively low cost. Please contact Nathan McNamee, MBA Program Director, at (435) 865-8278, or Miranda Gubler, the Online and Graduate Coordinator for the School of Business, at (435) 586-5462.

Pre-Dentistry Requirements

The following courses are typically needed for entrance into dental school:

Biology (One Year)

BIOL 1610 - General Biology I 3 Credit(s)
BIOL 1615 - General Biology Lab I 1 Credit(s)
BIOL 1620 - General Biology II 3 Credit(s)
BIOL 1625 - General Biology Lab II 1 Credit(s)

General Chemistry (One Year)

CHEM 1210 - Principles of Chemistry I 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 1215 - Principles of Chemistry I Lab 1 Credit(s)
CHEM 1220 - Principles of Chemistry II 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 1225 - Principles of Chemistry II Lab 1 Credit(s)

Organic Chemistry (One Year)

CHEM 2310 - Organic Chemistry I 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 2315 - Organic Chemistry I Lab 1 Credit(s)
CHEM 2320 - Organic Chemistry II 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 2325 - Organic Chemistry II Lab 1 Credit(s)

Biochemistry (One Year)

CHEM 4110 - Biochemistry I 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 4120 - Biochemistry II 4 Credit(s)
CHEM 4125 - Biochemistry Lab 1 Credit(s)

Physics (One Year)

PHYS 2010 - College Physics I 4 Credit(s)
PHYS 2015 - College Physics I Lab 1 Credit(s)
PHYS 2020 - College Physics II 4 Credit(s)
PHYS 2025 - College Physics II Lab 1 Credit(s)

Additional Requirements

Hypothesis-based undergraduate research involvement is highly recommended before applying to post-graduate programs. In addition to these courses, many dental schools require biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, three semesters of math, one year of English composition, and recommend coursework in social sciences, business, foreign language, and art, especially sculpture. Some schools require dentist shadowing. No majors are specified. A four-year baccalaureate degree is not required and students may apply for admission as soon as they have completed the required courses.

The Dental Admission Test (DAT) is required of all applicants to dental school. The test is offered in the spring, summer, and fall of each year and scores are submitted with applications in the summer or fall of the year prior to planned entrance to dental school. Most dental schools require applications compiled through the American Association of Dental Schools Admissions Service (AADSAS). For AADSAS material inquire of the advisor.

All students interested in careers in dentistry are strongly urged to consult the advisor before selecting courses every semester.