California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine
California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine is a private dental school in Elk Grove, California.
California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine is located in Elk Grove, California, and is part of California Northstate University, a private institution. The college awards the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, which is equivalent in qualification to the DDS degree.
As a CODA-accredited dental school, the college's predoctoral program leads to the DMD degree and prepares graduates for licensure in dentistry. Prospective students should verify current program details, admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine and the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
School details
| Dental school | California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine |
|---|---|
| Parent university | California Northstate University |
| City | Elk Grove |
| State | California |
| Institution type | Private |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) |
| School established | 2022 |
DDS vs. DMD. U.S. dental schools award one of two predoctoral degrees: the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). The two degrees are equivalent — they have the same curriculum requirements and accreditation, and graduates of both take the same licensing exams. Which one a school awards is simply a naming choice.
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Where is California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine located?
California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine is located in Elk Grove, California.
Is California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine a public or private dental school?
California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine is a private dental school, part of California Northstate University.
What degree does California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine award?
California Northstate University College of Dental Medicine awards the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). The DDS and DMD are equivalent predoctoral dental degrees with the same accreditation and licensing pathway.
How do I apply to dental school?
Most U.S. dental schools admit students through the ADEA AADSAS centralized application and consider the Dental Admission Test (DAT), prerequisite coursework, GPA, and other factors. Requirements vary by school — check the school's admissions page and the ADEA for current details.
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About this data. School names, locations, public/private control, and the predoctoral degree awarded are compiled from the American Dental Association, the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the ADEA, and U.S. Department of Education IPEDS. Always confirm current details with the school and CODA before making decisions. This site is informational only and is not affiliated with any school.