DDS Admissions Requirements

Admissions Requirements & PrerequisitesPredental College Years:General minimum is three years of undergraduate coursework (90 semester or 135 quarter units).Though we do not require a bachelor’s degree to apply, it is highly recommended to have one to make an application more competitive.The following prerequisite courses represent theminimum requirementsfor both semester and quarter system-based universities:Biological Sciences* (with laboratory)4 semesters or 6 quartersInorganic Chemistry(with laboratory)2 semesters or 3 quartersOrganic Chemistry(with laboratory)2 semesters or 3 quartersPhysics(with laboratory)2 semesters or 3 quartersEnglish, Speech, or Communication**2 semesters or 3 quarters*The Admissions Committee requires that applicants complete either two semesters of organic chemistry or one semester each of organic chemistry and biochemistry.**One course in composition or technical writing is required. Other courses should develop written or verbal communication skills. Eng...