Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine
Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine is a private dental school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is part of Nova Southeastern University, a private institution. The college awards the Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree, which is the equivalent predoctoral dental qualification to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree.
As a CODA-accredited dental school, Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine offers a predoctoral program leading to the DMD degree and designed to prepare graduates for dental licensure. Prospective students should contact the college directly to verify current program offerings, admission requirements, and accreditation status, and should confirm accreditation through the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
School details
| Dental school | Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine |
|---|---|
| Parent university | Nova Southeastern University |
| City | Fort Lauderdale |
| State | Florida |
| Institution type | Private |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) |
| School established | 1997 |
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 Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine located?
Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Is Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine a public or private dental school?
Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine is a private dental school, part of Nova Southeastern University.
What degree does Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine award?
Nova Southeastern 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.