Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply anytime.
Although applications are accepted until October 31st, we strongly suggest applying prior to September.
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Pittsburgh, United States
Disciplines
Dentistry
Overview
About the program
Students from all over Pennsylvania—across the country—and around the world—earn their degree as part of the Dental Medicine Family at the University of Pittsburgh.
The premiere program at the School is the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program. Providing students with a solid evidence-based education in dental medicine, graduates of the program are well prepared to be practicing clinicians or researchers.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Professional Practice
- Radiology
- Microbial Physiology and Immunology
- Molecular and Cell Biology
- Embryology and Oral Tissues
- Body Tissues
- Dental Anatomy and Morphology
- Cariology and Caries Management
- Systemic Human Physiology
- Head and Neck Soft Tissue Anatomy
- Periodontology
- Dental Materials
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3.2
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Baccalaureate degree required prior to matriculation
- A minimum total GPA of 3.2 (overall, science and prerequisite) and a DAT academic average of 19 with subsection scores of 17 or higher are preferred for consideration to the DMD program.
- Prerequisite grades of B or higher taken onsite at a four year institution are strongly preferred. A minimum grade of C or 2.0 GPA for prerequisite courses is required for consideration for the DMD Program.
- It is preferred that no more than one-third of an applicants’ credits are earned from a community college or junior college. Classes taken in an onsite format are preferred.
- AP/IB credits will be accepted for prerequisites if the degree-granting institution awarded college credit toward an applicant’s bachelor’s degree.
- Admissions requirements are subject to change without prior notice.
- $75 non-refundable supplemental application fee.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: Non-residents 101,954 AUD / year ≈ 71,722 USD / year
- Out-of-State: 101,954 AUD / year ≈ 71,722 USD / year
- Domestic: In-State 81,788 AUD / year ≈ 57,536 USD / year
Living costs
Pittsburgh, United States: 1,632-2,763 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.