Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is a public dental school in Stony Brook, New York.
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is a public dental school located in Stony Brook, New York. It is part of Stony Brook University, which is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. The school awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, which is equivalent to the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree awarded by other dental schools.
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). As a CODA-accredited U.S. dental school, its 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 school and with CODA.
School details
| Dental school | Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine |
|---|---|
| Parent university | Stony Brook University, SUNY |
| City | Stony Brook |
| State | New York |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) |
| School established | 1973 |
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 Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine located?
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is located in Stony Brook, New York.
Is Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine a public or private dental school?
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is a public dental school, part of Stony Brook University, SUNY.
What degree does Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine award?
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine 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.