Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine
Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine is a public dental school in Charleston, South Carolina.
The James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine is the dental school of the Medical University of South Carolina, a public institution located in Charleston, South Carolina. The college awards the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, which is equivalent to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and represents the same predoctoral dental qualification.
As a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited dental school, the James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine offers a predoctoral program leading to the DMD degree and designed to prepare graduates for licensure. Prospective students should verify current program details, admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with the college and through CODA's official resources.
School details
| Dental school | Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine |
|---|---|
| Parent university | Medical University of South Carolina |
| City | Charleston |
| State | South Carolina |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) |
| School established | 1967 |
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 Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine located?
Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine is located in Charleston, South Carolina.
Is Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine a public or private dental school?
Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine is a public dental school, part of Medical University of South Carolina.
What degree does Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine award?
Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards 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.