Temple (Kornberg School of Dentistry)
The Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry, Temple University
Temple University
School Information
Mission Statement
The Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry promotes health and wellness through the comprehensive education of diverse general and specialty dentists utilizing interprofessional collaboration: providing compassionate, comprehensive, patient-centered, evidence-based and outcome-driven oral health care; engaging in research and scholarly activities: and serving the community.
Combined Degree Programs
- Fox MBA + DMD
Offered in partnership with the Fox School of Business, allowing students to earn an MBA concurrently with their DMD.
- 3+4 Accelerated BA/BS + DMD
An accelerated program with the College of Science and Technology allowing students to complete their undergraduate degree and DMD in seven years.
- OMFS Certificate / MD
The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program includes a medical degree component.
- Master of Science in Oral Health Sciences (MS OHS) + Certificate
Postdoctoral specialty programs (Endodontics, Orthodontics, Periodontics, and Prosthodontics) are combined with an MS in Oral Health Sciences.
International Student Programs
Other Paths:
- Three-Year Advanced Standing IDP - Offers vacated seats in the second year of the predoctoral program to qualified foreign-trained dentists.
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) for International Dentists - A one-year tuition-based program with an optional second year and the ability to earn an MS in Oral Health Sciences.
- Continuing Dental Education for International Dentists - An 11-month program designed for international dentists to update their knowledge of evidence-based care and U.S. practice models.
- Endodontic Preceptorship - A 12-month program for foreign and domestic-trained dentists to experience didactic and clinical training in endodontics.
Degree Requirements
Coursework Requirements
| Subject | Credits (Sem) | Lab Required | Min Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| biology | 8 | Yes | - |
| general chem | 8 | Yes | - |
| organic chem | 8 | Yes | - |
| physics | 8 | Yes | - |
| english | 6 | No | - |
Credit Policies
Experience Requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Required Types:
- science professor (2)
Test Requirements
Application Logistics
Admissions Cycle
2024-2025
Mean Age
24
Class Size
135
GPA Statistics
Cumulative GPA
3.60
Science GPA
3.52
DAT Scores
Primary Scores
Academic Average
21.4
Total Science
21.3
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
- 19
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 25
Lower
Median
Upper
Cumulative GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 3.11
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.97
Lower
Median
Upper
Science GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.97
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.98
Lower
Median
Upper
Applicants & Enrollees
| Category | Applicants | Enrollees | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 2,838 | 135 | 4.8% |
| in state | 265 | 42 | 15.8% |
| out of_state | 2,180 | 72 | 3.3% |
| international | 393 | 21 | 5.3% |
Class Composition
Out-of-State Enrollee Origins
Home states represented by enrolled students from outside the school's local state.
63 students reported
Academic Year
2025-2026
Tuition & Fees (Program Total, In-State)
$298,332
Cost by Program Year
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $73,334 | $84,420 | $1,429 |
| D2 | $73,334 | $84,420 | $1,189 |
| D3 | $73,334 | $84,420 | $1,189 |
| D4 | $73,334 | $84,420 | $1,189 |
| Total (4 Years) | $293,336 | $337,680 | $4,996 |
Research Opportunities
Research Themes:
Clinical Experiences
The DMD program follows a clinically oriented, patient-centered curriculum using a 'cluster' group practice model to simulate private practice.
Clinical Rotations:
- Cluster Model - Students are assigned to one of four 'clusters' that function like traditional dental practices with dedicated support staff.
- GPHA Inc. Medical Suite - A medical clinic rotation within the dental school that facilitates interprofessional care and medical management.
- Kornberg Sedation Center - Provides experience in treating patients under various levels of sedation in one of the region's largest facilities.
- Global Exchange and Externships - Includes the Kuwait Exchange Program and mission trips to Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and Peru.
- Henry Schein Digital Center of Excellence - Focuses on incorporating digital technologies into restorative dental care.
Postdoctoral Programs
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)
- Dental Public Health
- Endodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthodontics
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics
Graduate Programs
- Master of Science in Oral Health Sciences
- Postbaccalaureate Program