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SchoolUniversity of Minnesota School of DentistryMinnesota
LocationMinnesota
Published cohortDDS class of 2029
Average overall GPA3.72
Average science GPA3.63
Average DAT AA20.87Legacy 1–30 scale
Class sizeNot available here
2024 GPA range5th–95th percentiles3.33-4.002024 source ↗
2025 first-time enrollees10469 in-stateADEA 2025 · Table 5 ↗
Degree & college creditsNot yet verified
Prerequisite coursesNot yet verified
GPA policyNot yet verified
DAT policyConfirm official DAT scores received. Verify delivery with the school. (2026-10-31)
ShadowingReview the dental exposure requirement. 40 in-person hours by matriculation; check eligible experiences and general dentistry guidance.
Recommendation lettersConfirm three evaluation letters received. Two science/math instructors plus one professional evaluator. (2026-10-31)
Residency & eligibilityNot yet verified
Community serviceNot yet verified
Application & selectionSubmit AADSAS application. School lists October 1 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. Submit early enough for processing. (2026-10-01) Pay or request waiver for processing fee. Published supplemental fee: $95; review waiver eligibility. (2026-10-31)
Policy context & sources2026–2027Admissions policySupporting policyReviewed 2026-09-19
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Official sourceClass profileReviewed 2026-09-18

Averages are not admissions requirements or predictions. Cohorts and DAT scales differ. Scores on the 200–600 and legacy 1–30 scales are shown separately and are not converted.