Lincoln Memorial (LMU-CDM)
Lincoln Memorial University College of Dental Medicine
Lincoln Memorial University College of Dental Medicine
School Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the Lincoln Memorial University College of Dental Medicine is to develop competent oral health care providers who are committed to the premise that the cornerstone of meaningful existence is service to humanity.
Combined Degree Programs
- DMD/MBA
A combined degree completion pathway designed to provide dental students with management and leadership skills for clinical practice.
- BS/DMD (Direct Freshman Entry)
An 8-year accelerated pathway for high school seniors to complete a Bachelor of Science and DMD degree.
- DMD/MPH
Dual degree option mentioned in school statistics and program guides focused on public health.
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- |
| english | 8 | No | C- |
Credit Policies
Experience Requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Required Types:
- science professor (1)
- other (2)
Test Requirements
Application Logistics
Admissions Cycle
2024-2025
Mean Age
24
Class Size
80
GPA Statistics
Cumulative GPA
3.46
Science GPA
3.32
DAT Scores
Primary Scores
Academic Average
18.4
Total Science
17.7
PAT
18.6
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
- 15
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 22
Lower
Median
Upper
Cumulative GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.81
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.93
Lower
Median
Upper
Science GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.63
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.91
Lower
Median
Upper
Applicants & Enrollees
| Category | Applicants | Enrollees | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 408 | 79 | 19.4% |
| in state | 80 | 19 | 23.8% |
| out of_state | 319 | 60 | 18.8% |
| international | 9 | 0 | - |
Class Composition
Out-of-State Enrollee Origins
Home states represented by enrolled students from outside the school's local state.
60 students reported
Academic Year
2026-2027
Tuition & Fees (Program Total, In-State)
$349,255
Cost by Program Year
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $75,945 | $75,945 | $15,081 |
| D2 | $78,225 | $78,225 | $4,081 |
| D3 | $80,570 | $80,570 | $4,081 |
| D4 | $82,990 | $82,990 | $8,282 |
| Total (4 Years) | $317,730 | $317,730 | $31,525 |
Research Opportunities
Research Themes:
Clinical Experiences
A 46-month, 11-semester competency-based curriculum that integrates biomedical sciences with over 2,500 hours of direct patient care.
Clinical Rotations:
- LMU-CDM CRET Innovation Center - A state-of-the-art private practice dental office on the sixth floor of the LMU Tower where students use advanced technology from multiple manufacturers.
- Appalachian Miles for Smiles - A partnership utilizing mobile dentistry units to provide free care to underserved populations in remote areas of East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
- Community-Based Clinical Rotations - Multi-week placements in private practices, FQHCs, and nonprofit clinics throughout rural Appalachia.
- Magnolia Methodist Church Clinic - A weekly outreach clinic in Knoxville providing services to the local community.
Graduate Programs
- Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene (DH)
- Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MS)
Pre-Dental Opportunities
- Pre-Admission Boot Camp
- Guaranteed Professional Admission (GPA) Program
- The 865 Academies Shadowing Program