University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is a public dental school in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is the dental school of the University of Oklahoma, located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It is a public institution that awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. The DDS and DMD are equivalent qualifications recognized for dental practice.
As a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited dental school in the United States, the College of Dentistry's predoctoral program leads to the dental degree and prepares graduates for licensure. Prospective students should verify current program details, admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with the College of Dentistry and with CODA.
School details
| Dental school | University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Parent university | University of Oklahoma |
| City | Oklahoma City |
| State | Oklahoma |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) |
| School established | 1972 |
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 University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry located?
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Is University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry a public or private dental school?
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry is a public dental school, part of University of Oklahoma.
What degree does University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry award?
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). 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.