Tufts (TUSDM)
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
School Information
Mission Statement
Education Committed to Clinical Excellence: Provide a contemporary curriculum with themes of integration, as well as a preclinical and clinical environment that incorporates emerging practice models and technologies. Knowledge to Improve General and Oral Health: Alignment of research and scholarship to contribute to knowledge and practice for oral and general health. Care and Community: Provide and develop an environment promoting a culture of inclusivity and contemporary care for faculty, staff, students, alumni, and patients locally and globally.
Combined Degree Programs
- DMD/MPH
A combined degree in dental medicine and public health policy offered in collaboration with the Tufts University School of Medicine.
- DMD/MS
A five-year program allowing select DMD candidates to earn a Master of Science in Dental Research.
- DMD/PhD
Mentioned as an available combined degree option for advanced research training.
International Student Programs
Other Paths:
- Dental International Student (DIS) Program - A five-semester (29-month) program for internationally trained dentists to earn a DMD and become eligible for U.S. licensure.
- - An annual mentorship event for internationally trained dentists preparing for advanced standing applications.
Degree Requirements
Coursework Requirements
| Subject | Credits (Sem) | Lab Required | Min Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| biology | 8 | Yes | - |
| biology | 3 | No | - |
| general chem | 8 | Yes | - |
| organic chem | 4 | Yes | - |
| physics | 8 | Yes | - |
| biochem | 3 | No | - |
| other | 3 | No | - |
Credit Policies
Experience Requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Required Types:
- science professor (2)
- other (1)
Test Requirements
Application Logistics
Admissions Cycle
2024-2025
Mean Age
24
Class Size
204
GPA Statistics
Cumulative GPA
3.47
Science GPA
3.39
DAT Scores
Primary Scores
Academic Average
19.4
Total Science
19.0
PAT
18.7
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
- 16
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 23
Lower
Median
Upper
Cumulative GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.94
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.94
Lower
Median
Upper
Science GPA
Entering-class percentile
- 5th
- 2.82
- 50th
- —
- 95th
- 3.93
Lower
Median
Upper
Applicants & Enrollees
| Category | Applicants | Enrollees | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| overall | 4,361 | 204 | 4.7% |
| in state | 189 | 41 | 21.7% |
| out of_state | 3,753 | 152 | 4.0% |
| international | 419 | 11 | 2.6% |
Class Composition
Out-of-State Enrollee Origins
Home states represented by enrolled students from outside the school's local state.
131 students reported
Academic Year
2026-2027
Tuition & Fees (Program Total, In-State)
$441,874
Cost by Program Year
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | $102,426 | $102,426 | $7,297 |
| D2 | $102,426 | $102,426 | $8,291 |
| D3 | $102,426 | $102,426 | $8,291 |
| D4 | $102,426 | $102,426 | $8,291 |
| Total (4 Years) | $409,704 | $409,704 | $32,170 |
Research Opportunities
Research Themes:
Clinical Experiences
The curriculum integrates clinical sciences through courses like Introduction to the Dental Patient (IDP I and II) and the BaSiCSsss seminar series, emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based practice.
Clinical Rotations:
- Community Service Learning (CSL) Externship - A required five-week externship providing outreach to diverse and underserved communities.
- Geriatric CSL Rotation - A 3rd-year course involving work at sites such as homeless veterans' shelters and senior centers.
- Pediatric CSL Rotation - Required for 3rd-year students, primarily based at the Josiah Quincy Elementary School in Chinatown.
Postdoctoral Programs
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)
- General Practice Residency (GPR)
- Endodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Prosthodontics
- Orofacial Pain
- Dental Public Health
- DELTA Fellowship
Graduate Programs
- Master of Science in Dental Research
- Doctor of Science in Dental Research/Dentistry