UAB School of Dentistry
UAB School of Dentistry is a public dental school in Birmingham, Alabama.
The UAB School of Dentistry is a public dental school located in Birmingham, Alabama, and is part of the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The school awards the Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree, which is equivalent in qualifications to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree.
As a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental school, the predoctoral program prepares graduates for dentistry licensure. Prospective students should verify current program details, admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with the UAB School of Dentistry and through CODA.
School details
| Dental school | UAB School of Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Parent university | University of Alabama at Birmingham |
| City | Birmingham |
| State | Alabama |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) |
| School established | 1948 |
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 UAB School of Dentistry located?
UAB School of Dentistry is located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Is UAB School of Dentistry a public or private dental school?
UAB School of Dentistry is a public dental school, part of University of Alabama at Birmingham.
What degree does UAB School of Dentistry award?
UAB School of Dentistry 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.