High Point (WSDM)
High Point University Workman School of Dental Medicine
High Point University
School Information
Mission Statement
To put the people who need our care at the center of everything we do through the relentless pursuit of collaborative and integrated care, education, and scholarship.
Combined Degree Programs
- BS/DMD
The Dental Medical Scholars (DMS) program is an accelerated 6-year dual-degree pathway for high-achieving High Point University undergraduates.
International Student Programs
Other Paths:
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) - The AEGD residency program considers applicants who have graduated from non-CODA accredited international dental schools.
- Fellowship in Digital Dentistry - Accepts applications from international dental graduates; provides a stipend and focuses on advanced digital workflows.
- Oral Oncology Fellowship - Accepts applications from international dental graduates for advanced training in oral oncology.
Degree Requirements
Credit Policies
Experience Requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Test Requirements
Application Logistics
Admissions Cycle
2024-2025
Mean Age
26.4
Class Size
60
GPA Statistics
Cumulative GPA
3.35
DAT Scores
Primary Scores
Academic Average
N/A
Total Science
N/A
PAT
N/A
Applicants & Enrollees
| Category | Applicants | Enrollees | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 1,434 | 60 | 4.2% |
| in state | 430 | 19 | 4.4% |
| out of_state | 1,004 | 41 | 4.1% |
| international | - | - | - |
Class Composition
Academic Year
2026-2027
Tuition & Fees (Program Total, In-State)
$356,417
Cost by Program Year
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $86,475 | $86,475 | - |
| D2 | $88,205 | $88,205 | - |
| D3 | $89,969 | $89,969 | - |
| D4 | $91,768 | $91,768 | - |
| Total (4 Years) | $356,417 | $356,417 | $0 |
Research Opportunities
Research Themes:
Clinical Experiences
The CARE curriculum features nearly 50% experiential learning, with clinical rotations beginning in the first semester and progressing to full immersion in the third and fourth years.
Clinical Rotations:
- HPU Health Network Specialty Hubs - Rotations through advanced specialty clinics within the school's own oral health system.
- Community-Based Practices - Students rotate through various community and private practice environments to learn real-world business and clinical management.
- Integrated Medical-Dental Rotations - Utilization of EPIC EHR for team-based care involving medical and dental integration.
Postdoctoral Programs
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)
- Digital Dentistry Fellowship
- Oral Oncology Fellowship