Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry is a public dental school in Richmond, Virginia.
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry is the dental school of Virginia Commonwealth University, a public university located in Richmond, Virginia. 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.
As a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited dental school, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry offers a predoctoral program leading to the dental degree and preparing 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 | Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Parent university | Virginia Commonwealth University |
| City | Richmond |
| State | Virginia |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) |
| School established | 1893 |
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 Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry located?
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry is located in Richmond, Virginia.
Is Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry a public or private dental school?
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry is a public dental school, part of Virginia Commonwealth University.
What degree does Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry award?
Virginia Commonwealth University School 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.