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SchoolUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Dental MedicinePennsylvania
LocationPennsylvania
Published cohortDMD class of 2030
Average overall GPA3.88
Average science GPA3.85
Average DAT AA483.85200–600 scale
Class size178
2024 GPA range5th–95th percentiles3.63-4.002024 source ↗
2025 first-time enrollees17813 in-stateADEA 2025 · Table 5 ↗
Degree & college creditsNot yet verified
Prerequisite coursesReview prerequisite courses. Biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, mathematics, and writing; see required sequences and labs.
GPA policyNot yet verified
DAT policyNot yet verified
ShadowingDocument dental observation. 100 hours before applying, including 50 in general dental practices.
Recommendation lettersArrange evaluations. At least two professor letters or a prehealth committee letter; check the full policy.
Residency & eligibilityNot yet verified
Community serviceNot yet verified
Application & selectionComplete the application. School lists December 1, 2026. Allow time for verification. (2026-12-01) Complete invited supplemental application. Use the applicant portal after invitation; published fee is $100.
Policy context & sources2026–2027Admissions policySupporting policySupporting policyReviewed 2026-09-19
CurriculumPatient-centered themes integrate biomedical, behavioral and clinical sciences in the revised four-year curriculum.Curriculum source ↗
Cost researchTuition and feesSave your estimates in Education costs.
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.