
NYU (NYU Dentistry)
New York University College of Dentistry
New York University College of Dentistry
School Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the NYU College of Dentistry is to partner with students in achieving academic excellence, providing the best oral health care, and engaging in research, scholarship, creative endeavors, and service to improve the health of the highly diverse populations in New York City and around the world.
Combined Degree Programs
- DDS/MBA
A 5-year dual degree program offered in partnership with the NYU Stern School of Business; applications are accepted after the D2 year.
- DDS/MPH
A 5-year program in collaboration with the NYU School of Global Public Health; integrates oral health promotion and disease prevention.
- DDS/Advanced Certificate in Public Health
A 4-year program allowing students to complete public health coursework concurrently with the DDS curriculum.
- 3+4 Early Assurance Program (BA/BS and DDS)
Articulation agreement with Adelphi University where students complete 3 years of undergraduate study and 4 years of dental school.
International Student Programs
Other Paths:
- Advanced Clinical Fellowship Programs - Full-time programs for international dentists in fields like Aesthetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, and Oral Surgery; does not grant U.S. licensure.
- Summer Practicum - A 2-week immersive program for international dental students to experience U.S. dental education.
- Advanced Standing Dental Hygiene Track - An accelerated degree track for international dentists who wish to pursue a career in dental hygiene.
Degree Requirements
Coursework Requirements
| Subject | Credits (Sem) | Lab Required | Min Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| biology | 8 | No | C |
| general chem | 8 | No | C |
| organic chem | 8 | No | C |
| physics | 8 | No | C |
| english | 6 | No | C |
Credit Policies
Experience Requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Required Types:
- science professor (2)
- other (1)
Test Requirements
Application Logistics
Admissions Cycle
2024-2025
Mean Age
23
Class Size
380
GPA Statistics
Cumulative GPA
3.61
Science GPA
3.51
DAT Scores
Primary Scores
Academic Average
21.0
Total Science
21.0
PAT
19.9
Section Breakdowns
RC
22.0
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
- 18
- 50th
- 21
- 95th
- 24
Lower
Median
Upper
Cumulative GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 3.25
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.97
Lower
Median
Upper
Science GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 3.09
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.97
Lower
Median
Upper
Applicants & Enrollees
| Category | Applicants | Enrollees | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 3,125 | 380 | 12.2% |
| in state | 506 | 119 | 23.5% |
| out of_state | 2,216 | 211 | 9.5% |
| international | 403 | 50 | 12.4% |
Class Composition
Out-of-State Enrollee Origins
Home states represented by enrolled students from outside the school's local state.
209 students reported
Academic Year
2025-2026
Tuition & Fees (Program Total, In-State)
$428,791
Cost by Program Year
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $106,962 | $106,962 | $337 |
| D2 | $106,962 | $106,962 | $202 |
| D3 | $106,962 | $106,962 | $202 |
| D4 | $106,962 | $106,962 | $202 |
| Total (4 Years) | $427,848 | $427,848 | $943 |
Research Opportunities
Research Themes:
Clinical Experiences
An integrated educational experience featuring early clinical exposure starting in the D1 year through the 'Group Practice' model.
Clinical Rotations:
- Group Practice Model - Students from all four years work in small group practices led by Group Practice Directors to simulate a professional office environment.
- Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities - A specialized facility providing clinical experience in treating patients with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Faculty Practice Rotation - Allows students to provide care at the NYU Dental Faculty Practice office.
- Global and Community Outreach - Extensive opportunities to serve diverse populations in NYC and international locations.
Postdoctoral Programs
- Endodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics
- General Practice Residency (GPR)
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)
- Dental Anesthesiology
Graduate Programs
- MS in Biomaterials
- MS in Clinical Research
- MS in Biology/Oral Biology