Ohio State (OSU College of Dentistry)

The Ohio State University College of Dentistry

The Ohio State University

DDSpublicColumbus, Ohio
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School Information

Degree TypeDDS
LocationColumbus, Ohio
Institution Typepublic
Campus Settingurban
Year Established1890
Program Length45 months
Term Typesemester
Entering Class Size~120 students
Campus HousingAvailable

Mission Statement

The College of Dentistry is dedicated to addressing the evolving health care needs of communities in Ohio, the nation, and the world by: Providing comprehensive oral and craniofacial health care in an inter-professional health science community; Educating health care professionals and scientists in a collaborative and diverse academic environment; Creating, discovering, and sharing knowledge; Preparing socially responsible and engaged citizens; Promoting a culture of excellence, respect, and inclusiveness.

Combined Degree Programs

  • DDS/PhD in Oral Biology

    A seven-year combined program designed for students pursuing careers in academic dentistry and research.

  • DDS/MPH

    Prepares students for professional practice with a focus on population health and public health leadership.

  • Combined Biology BS or BA/DDS

    A combination curriculum allowing students to complete both degrees in a shorter timeframe than pursuing them consecutively.

International Student Programs

Traditional Pre-doctoral (IDG)Unknown
Advanced Standing (IDG)Yes

Other Paths:

  • International Dentist Track (IDT) - An accelerated 28-month advanced standing curriculum starting in the second year for foreign-trained dentists.
  • Observation Program in Advanced Prosthodontics - A formalized short-term educational experience offered for foreign-trained dentists.