The links located on this webpage will help you begin to explore a future career in dental medicine.
We encourage you to self-enroll as “pre-med” via MedAppTrak. In doing so, you will gain access to password-protected sections of the PreHealth website containing important information and critical resources just for NU students and alums.
Learning More About Dentistry
GoDental is the official web resource for up-to-date and cutting-edge information for people on the pathway to dental education and exciting oral health careers. This site offers an interactive experience for social networking, community development, and engaging in dialogue.
GoDental’s mission is to guide students through the amazing experience of becoming a dentist, providing information directly from dental professionals. While other websites use information from third parties and volunteers, GoDental comes straight from the source. GoDental is sponsored by the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), the voice of dental education!”
Information on the field and practice of dentistry can be found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook . This website provides an overview of the field, training, job outlook and earnings.
For more specific information on the practice of dentistry or dental education refer to the American Dental Association and the American Dental Education Association websites.
Course Requirements
Minimum course requirements are listed at here. Specific additional course requirements vary by school. To find the requirements of specific institutions, please visit institutional websites, which are listed at the American Dental Education Association website.
Dental Admissions Test
Dental school applicants are required to take the Dental Admissions Test (DAT). For information on the Dental Admission Test, see the DAT website.