Question 1: What are your admission requirements?
Please visit our view requirements web page for complete details.

Question 2: Is the DAT required?
The Dental Admission Test (DAT) scores are required as part of your application file. An official score report must be received before your application will be sent to the Admissions Committee for review. Your DAT must be taken no later than October 15, 2008 to be eligible for the entering class of 2009. DAT scores are valid for up to three years.

Question 3: Are you accepting DAT scores?
Yes, we are currently accepting official DAT scores from ADA. We will keep them on file to match them with your future application. WesternU's school code is 15.

Question 4: Will you accept Canadian DAT scores?
No, we do not accept Canadian DAT scores at this time.

Question 5: How many students will you be accepting?
We anticipate seating a class of 64 students in 2009.

Question 6: When will applications become available?
WesternU's College of Dental Medicine will participate in the Associated American Dental Schools Application Service (AADSAS). Applications will be available on June 1, 2009 via the ADEA website. Supplemental applications will be available on our website soon after June 1, 2009. Both applications and DAT scores are required to complete your application file. Application deadline is December 1, 2009. Applicants are urged to apply and complete their application files as early as possible. WesternU subscribes to the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) recommendation that dental schools notify applicants of provisional or final acceptance on or after December 1 of the academic year prior to the academic year of matriculation. For more information, please visit our apply now page.

Question 7: Do you have a limit on Community College hours?
No. We do not limit the number of Community College credit hours you can take.

Question 8: Can I speak with a counselor about my application?
Feel free to contact us after reviewing the site with any additional questions you might have.

Question 9: What recommendation letters do you require?
We prefer a letter from a Pre-Health Professions Committee. If a Committee letter is not available, three individual letters are required. Two must be from college-level science professors. The third can be from another college professor or a dentist with whom you have shadowed or for whom you have worked.

Question 1: Can you provide me with some information about the accreditation process?
Please visit our accreditation page for more information.

Question 2: Where can I find more information about the curriculum?
For detailed information, visit our examine the curriculum page.

Question 3: Do you offer a program for Foreign Trained Dentists?
No, at this time, we are not offering a program for foreign trained dentists.

Question 4: Does the College of Dental Medicine include a hygienist program?
No, at this time, we do not have a dental hygienist program.

Question 5: Your College of Dental Medicine will be offering a DMD degree. What is the difference between DDS and DMD degrees?
According to the American Dental Association: The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) degrees are equivalent.

Question 6: Does WesternU offer on-campus housing?
WesternU does not offer on-campus housing however there are a number of apartment and housing options nearby. Most of our students live within 15-20 minutes of campus. Visit the housing website once you're admitted to post available housing or to indicate you're looking for a place to live - students from all eight of our colleges utilize this site, so there are numerous opportunities available.

Question 7: What are the hours for your library?
You can find the library hours on our website along with additional information about the library and learning resource center.

Question 8: Are laptops be required?
Yes, laptops are required. We suggest that you do not purchase a new laptop until you have been accepted into our program. At that time, we will provide you with recommended specifications. If you purchase your laptop after June 1 of the year of matriculation, you may be able to include the cost in your financial aid package.

Question 9: Can I visit your campus?
We would love for you to visit campus.  Attend an information session where will provide you with detailed information on the curriculum and profession as well as the admission and accreditation processes.  You will also have the opportunity to hear from the dean/upper administration and chat with current WesternU students as they tour you through the existing facilities.  If you're interested in a tour only, you can also sign-up for a campus tour. The tours will only include our existing colleges until the construction of the new buildings are complete.

Question 10: How long is your program?
The Doctor of Dental Medicine program can be completed in 4 years.

Question 11: How much are your tuition and fees for the dental program?
Visit the financing my education page for tuition information as well as scholarship and loan recommendations.