The Doctor of Dental Surgery is the dental degree that is required for the general practice of dentistry. It also is required for any advanced education programs. Our program at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry combines multidisciplinary training with a strong clinical focus, which prepares our students for a range of dental careers.
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Beginning with DS1s entering in 2017, the curriculum for the first two years features integrated basic and clinical sciences, foundation science in context and “just-in-time” learning.
Approximately 100 students are admitted to each entering class. Dental school admission is highly competitive.
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You will work in clinics during your first year. Each progressive year will result in further clinical experiences in our general dentistry clinics.
Dental school tuition may vary depending on coursework and academic needs. Here is an estimate, which is subject to change.
Grants, loans and financial aid for dental school are available. Our advisers can assist you.
Learn more about total cost of attendance. Data subject to change.
UT Health accepts the best. I learn just as much from my classmates as I do from faculty. It is a unique opportunity to grow professionally and personally within the dental profession to be the best you can possibly be.Jeffrey Marrs, Fourth Year School of Dentistry Student
140,000
Patient visits annually
100
Approximate number of first-year students admitted each year