Dental schools want to see students exhibit an ability to handle a rigorous course load. That being said, there is no required major for pre-dents to choose; instead, choose a major that best reflects your academic strengths and interests!
When developing your academic plan, be sure to account for dental school requirements, major requirements, and graduation requirements. Additionally, consider adjusting your schedule to prioritize courses that may help you prepare for the DAT before taking it.
Courses Required by Most Dental Schools:
Biology I/II + Lab
01:119:115, 116, 117 (10 credits)
General Chemistry I/II + Lab
01:160:161, 162, 117 (9 credits)
Organic Chemistry I/II + Lab
01:160:307, 308, 311 (10 credits)
General Physics I/II + Lab
01:750: 203, 204, 205, 206 (8 credits)
Two semesters of college-level English or writing
One year of mathematics at the college level
*Note: there are other options for the course sequences, speak to an advisor for more information
Comprehensive list of required/recommended by dental schools: https://www.adea.org/uploadedFiles/GoDental/Prehealth_Advisors/Getting_into_Dental_School/ADEAAADSASRequiredandRecommendedCourses_FINAL.pdf
Resources to Plan out Your Schedule:
Degree Navigator- https://nbdn.rutgers.edu/
To plan out courses & monitor your progress
Schedule of Classes- https://sis.rutgers.edu/soc/#home
To check course availability
Course Schedule Planner - https://sims.rutgers.edu/csp/
Plan & register for classes
by Sneha Varghese
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