California Northstate (CNU CDM)
California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine
California Northstate University
School Information
Mission Statement
To advance the art and science of health care through excellence in oral health education, practice, research, service, and social accountability.
Combined Degree Programs
- BS/DMD Early Assurance Honors Track
A structured pathway for high school seniors and first-time freshmen to earn a Bachelor of Science and then transition into the DMD program.
International Student Programs
Degree Requirements
Coursework Requirements
| Subject | Credits (Sem) | Lab Required | Min Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| biology | 8 | Yes | C |
| general chem | 8 | Yes | C |
| organic chem | 8 | Yes | C |
| physics | 8 | Yes | C |
| biochem | 3 | No | C |
| anatomy | 3 | No | C |
| english | 6 | No | C |
| math | 3 | No | C |
Credit Policies
Experience Requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Required Types:
- science professor (1)
- other (1)
- supervisor (1)
Test Requirements
Application Logistics
Admissions Cycle
2024-2025
Mean Age
25
Class Size
40
GPA Statistics
Cumulative GPA
3.42
Science GPA
3.30
DAT Scores
Primary Scores
Academic Average
19.9
Total Science
18.9
PAT
20.2
Entering Class Percentile Ranges
Reported 5th, median, and 95th percentile values for the entering class. Missing points were not reported.
DAT Academic Average
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 17
- 50th
- 20
- 95th
- 22
Lower
Median
Upper
Cumulative GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.90
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.81
Lower
Median
Upper
Science GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.83
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.86
Lower
Median
Upper
Applicants & Enrollees
| Category | Applicants | Enrollees | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 613 | 39 | 6.4% |
| in state | 341 | 32 | 9.4% |
| out of_state | 254 | 7 | 2.8% |
| international | 18 | 0 | - |
Class Composition
Academic Year
2026-2027
Tuition & Fees (Program Total, In-State)
$400,266
Cost by Program Year
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $93,339 | $93,339 | $1,784 |
| D2 | $96,139 | $96,139 | $1,294 |
| D3 | $99,023 | $99,023 | $2,304 |
| D4 | $101,994 | $101,994 | $4,389 |
| Total (4 Years) | $390,495 | $390,495 | $9,771 |
Research Opportunities
Research Themes:
Clinical Experiences
The curriculum features a unique community-based clinical education (CBCE) program focusing on service-learning and treating underserved populations.
Clinical Rotations:
- Community-Based Clinical Education (CBCE) Rotation - An 8-week immersive rotation in the fourth year at two different community clinic sites.
- WellSpace Health, Oak Park - Community clinical rotation site in Sacramento serving underserved populations.
- Community Health Centers of America - Sacramento-based rotation site for community-focused clinical training.
- La Clinica de la Raza - Vallejo-based clinical site for community dentistry exposure.
- Sacramento Native American Health Center - Clinical rotation site providing experience with diverse cultural and health backgrounds.
- Peach Tree Health Center - Yuba City-based rotation site focused on community health disparities.
Graduate Programs
- Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MPS) - Oral Health Pathway