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==Contacts==
[[Category:Dentistry|Western Ontario]]
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'''Website:'''https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/ <br>
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'''Phone:''' 519-661-3744 <br>
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'''Admissions e-mail:''' admissions.dentistry@schulich.uwo.ca
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==Program Information==
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====Curriculum====
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*Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
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*4 years in length
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*Joint programs are available. Descriptions can be found [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/menus/mainlinks2 here]
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====Admission statistics====
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*Total number of applicants in 2013: 591
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*Applicants interviewed 2013: NA
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*Class size in 2013: 56 (52 domestic, 4 international)
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*International students are eligible to apply
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For more information on the program, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/ddsadmissions/files/Unfiled/Class%20of%202017%20-%20Statistics.pdf  here]
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==Admissions Requirements==
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====Course and Degree Requirements====
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*Degree: 4
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*Required Courses
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*Applicants must have one of the following degree requirement, and have fulfilled the prerequisite and course load requirement
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**Only prerequisites taken within ten years of the application deadline are deemed acceptable.
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:*'''(1)''' Degree: in the final year of, or have successfully completed, an undergraduate degree program leading to a four-year undergraduate degree at a recognized university.
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::*Required Courses
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:#0.5 organic chemistry (with lab)
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:#0.5 biochemistry
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:#1.0 human or mammalian physiology
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:#1.0 laboratory course in biology, chemistry and physics are also recommended
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:*'''(2)''' Degree: be in the final year of, or have successfully completed, a graduate degree program at a recognized university. Graduate degree candidates must complete all requirements for their graduate degree (including a successful thesis defense, if applicable) by June 20 of the year of entry. It will be the students' responsibility to assure confirmation by their Faculty of Graduate Studies no later than June 20 that all requirements for the degree have been met. No deferred admission will be granted. Applicants in this category are advised that the following courses are mandatory: at least 0.5 laboratory course in organic chemistry, at least 0.5 course in biochemistry, and 1.0 course in human or mammalian physiology. It is to their advantage to have successfully completed 1.0 laboratory course in biology, chemistry, and physics.
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::*Required Courses
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:#0.5 organic chemistry (with lab)
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:#0.5 biochemistry
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:#1.0 human or mammalian physiology
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:#1.0 laboratory course in biology, chemistry and physics are also recommended
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*Full course load (equivalent to five full courses taught between September and April) is strongly advised
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**Courses taken during the Spring/Summer sessions will not normally be counted as part of the five courses.
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For more information, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/ddsadmissions#Prerequisiterequirements here]  
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*Recommended Courses: NA
  
==Contacts== 
 
Website: http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/Dentistry/index.html<br>
 
Phone: (519) 661-4074<br>
 
Admissions e-mail: admissions.dentistry@schulich.uwo.ca<br>
 
==Apply Online==
 
Applications for admission to the Faculty of Dentistry are found [http://www.med.uwo.ca/Dentistry/admissions_yr1.html online]<br><br>
 
  
The appilication can alternatively be mailed to the following address (along with required documents): <br>
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====GPA====
:The Admissions Coordinator, Dentistry<br>
 
:Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry <br>
 
:The University of Western Ontario <br>
 
:London, ON N6A 5C1<br>
 
:Canada<br>
 
  
==Admission Requirements==
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*Minimum grade/GPA: NA
===General Notes===
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*Average grade/GPA of admitted applicants 2012: 88.35%
*Admission to Dentistry is based on academic ability and personal qualities, as evidenced by scholastic records, aptitude tests and an interview. Because facilities for pre-clinical and clinical instruction are limited, it is necessary to restrict enrolment to applicants who are best qualified to meet the mental and physical demands of the curriculum and most likely to successfully complete the full course of study. The presentation of the minimum admission requirements will not assure acceptance.<br>
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*Minimum accepted grade/GPA 2013 (domestic applicants invited for an interview): 84.4%
===Criteria===                                                                                                                                
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*Minimum accepted grade/GPA 2013 (international applicants invited for an interview): NA
*Applicants require:<br>
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*Calculation method:
**one half laboratory course in Organic Chemistry 
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**Only the averages on record at the up to the end of the academic year before application deadline will be considered in the current application cycle
**at least one half-course in Biochemistry 
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For more information, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/index.php?page=DDSAdmissions#firstyeardental_admissions_overview here]<br>
**one full course (or equivalent) in Human or Mammalian Physiology 
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For grade conversions, click [http://www.ouac.on.ca/docs/omsas/c_omsas_b.pdf here]
**It is to their advantage to have successfully completed one full laboratory course in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics 
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====DAT====
   
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*Cut-off DAT score: 18
Check out this link for more information:<br> http://www.med.uwo.ca/Dentistry/admissions_yr1.html<br>
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*Average DAT score of interviewed applicants 2013:
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**Average of Academic Average score of class of 2016: 21
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**Average of Reading score of class of 2016: 21
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* DAT must have been written within 2 years of the application deadline
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*Only the most recent/etc set of scores DAT scores are taken into account,
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For more information, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/index.php?page=DDSAdmissions#firstyeardental_admissions_overview.html here] <br>
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And [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/ddsadmissions/files/Unfiled/Dents%202016%20Statisticsnewlogo.pdf here]
  
====The Dental Aptitude Test (DAT)====
 
*The Dental Aptitude Test administered by the Canadian Dental Association is required and will be a consideration for admission.<br>
 
*Only the score of the most recent DAT completed within the TWO years prior to the application deadline of December 1 will be used.<br>
 
  
 
====Supporting Documents====
 
====Supporting Documents====
*First year applicants who have completed professional courses or who are enrolled in courses preparing them for professional vocations other than dentistry must submit with their application a letter giving the appropriate reasons for their desire to enter Dentistry.<br>
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*Application form (online) to OUAC
*Please note, reference letters and personal statements '''are not officially requested''' in the application process. Applicants may send the information to the Admissions Committee with their applications. There is, however,'''no guarantee''' that the information provided will have an effect on the entrance decision.
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*Non-refundable processing fee of $ 250
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*Official transcripts from EACH university, college or other post-secondary institution attended (must be received by December 1, 2013)
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**Applicants that have not been registered at the University of Western Ontario at any time must:
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***Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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***Request that the applicant’s current University registrar’s office send to the University of Western Ontario an additional transcript of their current year’s grades by the end of the year (if applicable).
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**Applicants that need to provide transcripts from institutions outside of Canada must also provide the following:
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***Proof of status as a permanent resident (except for Canadian citizens)
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***A formal request if name change documents are necessary
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***Proof of English proficiency if the applicant’s mother tongue is not English by doing the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Test of Written English (TWE) or equivalent
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***Detailed syllabus for prerequisite courses
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*Reference letters and personal statements will not be read by members of the Admissions Committee.  
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**Only those regarding a situation beyond the control of the individual which affected his/her academic potential, in academic years that have the potential to be used in the admissions process,might have any influence in our admissions process (and even then, there is no guarantee that the information provided will have an effect on the entrance decision.)
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For more information, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/ddsadmissions here] and visit the [http://www.ouac.on.ca/omsas/ OMSAS website]<br>
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====Evaluation criteria====
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*60% academics, 15% DAT and 25% interview.
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For more information, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/ddsadmissions/#AdmissionsRequirements  here]
  
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==Interview==
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*Interview invitations will be sent out about one month prior to the interview dates.
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*Interview Dates: during the weekend of April 12 and 13, 2014.
  
*'''NOTE:''' Primary consideration will be given to the best two academic years and the DAT scores. However, overall academic performance (consistency, trend), undergraduate degree, and graduate education will also be used as selection criteria.
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*One must meet competitive levels in the DAT Reading Comprehension sectional score in combination with achieving competitive university grades in order to be invited to an interview.
*At the time of Application, applicants who have never been registered at The University of Western Ontario must: <br>
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*Interviews are conducted by a dentist, a senior dental student and a layperson.
**Request the Registrars of all universities, colleges and other institutions of post-secondary education that they attend or have attended, to forward to the Registrar's Office certified official transcripts of their academic record to be received by the due date for applications; These transcripts must bear the official seal of the university or college plus the signature of the appropriate officer of the university or college. (Validated translations of transcripts in languages other than English must also be sent.) Transcripts must be forwarded directly from the Registrar of each university of college attended. Copies of transcripts will not be acceptable. <br>
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*The questions are in the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) format.
**If applicable, request the Registrar of the University that they currently attend to forward to the Registrar's Office at Western a second transcript of their record at the end of the current academic year.
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For more information, click [http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/ddsadmissions#interview here]
  
==Deadlines==  
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==Timeline 2018-2019==
*Applications for admission to first year must be submitted no later than December 1.<br>
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*December  1, 2018: Deadline for Application Submission and all Supporting Documents
*All applications must be accompanied by a $250 processing fee (Domestic applications).<br>
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*December 14, 2018: Prerequisite Declaration Form Submission Deadline
==Tuition==
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*January 2, 2019: Autobiographical Sketch and Personal Statement Due
<table><tr>
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*April 6 & 7, 2019: Interview Dates
<td></td><td>'''Yr 1'''</td><td>'''Yr 2'''</td><td>'''Yr 3'''</td><td>'''Yr 4 '''</td></tr>
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*May 2019: Admission results released
<tr><td>Tuition (Canadian students)</td><td>19,344.00</td><td>18,660.00</td><td> 18,600.00</td><td>18,600.00</td></tr>
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*June 1, 2019: Tuition Deposit Due
<tr><td>Tuition-International Students</td><td>40,560.00</td><td>40,560.00</td><td>40,560.00</td><td>40,560.00
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*June 30, 2019: Final Official Transcript Submission Deadline
  
</td></tr><tr><td>Dental Instrument Kit</td><td>10,510.00</td><td>10,810.00</td><td>4,460.00</td><td>6,659.00</td></tr>
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For more information, click [https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/med_dent_admissions/dentistry/important_dates.html  here] <br>
<tr><td>Board Examination Fee</td><td>0.00</td><td>0.00</td><td>0.00</td><td>1,850.00</td></tr>
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For more information regarding transfer applications, click [https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/med_dent_admissions/dentistry/transfer_students.html here]
<tr><td>Dental student conference</td><td>300.00</td><td>300.00</td><td>300.00</td><td>300.00</td></tr>
 
  
<tr><td>UWO/DDS fees</td><td>175.00</td><td>0.00</td><td>0.00</td><td>0.00</td></tr>
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==Tuition 2018-2019==
<tr><td>Total Fees (Canadian Students)</td><td>30,329.00</td><td>29,770.00</td><td>23,360.00</td><td>27,409.00</td></tr>
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*First Year Tuition (Canadian Students): $39,268.00
<tr><td>International Students</td><td>51,545.00</td><td>51,670.00</td><td>45,320.00</td><td>49,369.00</td></tr>
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**First Year Tuition and Fees (Canadian Students): $56,577.45
</table>
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*First Year Tuition (International Students): $82,088.00
==Statistics==
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**First Year Tuition and Fees (International Students): $100,021.45
Check out the PDF file on the following website:<br> http://www.schulich.uwo.ca/Dentistry/admissions_yr1.html<br>
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For more information on tuition, click [http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/fee_schedules.html here]<br>
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For information on financial assistance, click [https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/future_students/scholarships_finances.html here]
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[[Category:University of Western Ontario|Dentistry]]
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[[Category:Dentistry|Western Ontario]]

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Contacts

Website:https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/
Phone: 519-661-3744
Admissions e-mail: admissions.dentistry@schulich.uwo.ca

Program Information

Curriculum

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
  • 4 years in length
  • Joint programs are available. Descriptions can be found here

Admission statistics

  • Total number of applicants in 2013: 591
  • Applicants interviewed 2013: NA
  • Class size in 2013: 56 (52 domestic, 4 international)
  • International students are eligible to apply

For more information on the program, click here

Admissions Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

  • Degree: 4
  • Required Courses
  • Applicants must have one of the following degree requirement, and have fulfilled the prerequisite and course load requirement
    • Only prerequisites taken within ten years of the application deadline are deemed acceptable.
  • (1) Degree: in the final year of, or have successfully completed, an undergraduate degree program leading to a four-year undergraduate degree at a recognized university.
  • Required Courses
  1. 0.5 organic chemistry (with lab)
  2. 0.5 biochemistry
  3. 1.0 human or mammalian physiology
  4. 1.0 laboratory course in biology, chemistry and physics are also recommended
  • (2) Degree: be in the final year of, or have successfully completed, a graduate degree program at a recognized university. Graduate degree candidates must complete all requirements for their graduate degree (including a successful thesis defense, if applicable) by June 20 of the year of entry. It will be the students' responsibility to assure confirmation by their Faculty of Graduate Studies no later than June 20 that all requirements for the degree have been met. No deferred admission will be granted. Applicants in this category are advised that the following courses are mandatory: at least 0.5 laboratory course in organic chemistry, at least 0.5 course in biochemistry, and 1.0 course in human or mammalian physiology. It is to their advantage to have successfully completed 1.0 laboratory course in biology, chemistry, and physics.
  • Required Courses
  1. 0.5 organic chemistry (with lab)
  2. 0.5 biochemistry
  3. 1.0 human or mammalian physiology
  4. 1.0 laboratory course in biology, chemistry and physics are also recommended
  • Full course load (equivalent to five full courses taught between September and April) is strongly advised
    • Courses taken during the Spring/Summer sessions will not normally be counted as part of the five courses.

For more information, click here

  • Recommended Courses: NA


GPA

  • Minimum grade/GPA: NA
  • Average grade/GPA of admitted applicants 2012: 88.35%
  • Minimum accepted grade/GPA 2013 (domestic applicants invited for an interview): 84.4%
  • Minimum accepted grade/GPA 2013 (international applicants invited for an interview): NA
  • Calculation method:
    • Only the averages on record at the up to the end of the academic year before application deadline will be considered in the current application cycle

For more information, click here
For grade conversions, click here

DAT

  • Cut-off DAT score: 18
  • Average DAT score of interviewed applicants 2013:
    • Average of Academic Average score of class of 2016: 21
    • Average of Reading score of class of 2016: 21
  • DAT must have been written within 2 years of the application deadline
  • Only the most recent/etc set of scores DAT scores are taken into account,

For more information, click here
And here


Supporting Documents

  • Application form (online) to OUAC
  • Non-refundable processing fee of $ 250
  • Official transcripts from EACH university, college or other post-secondary institution attended (must be received by December 1, 2013)
    • Applicants that have not been registered at the University of Western Ontario at any time must:
      • Submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
      • Request that the applicant’s current University registrar’s office send to the University of Western Ontario an additional transcript of their current year’s grades by the end of the year (if applicable).
    • Applicants that need to provide transcripts from institutions outside of Canada must also provide the following:
      • Proof of status as a permanent resident (except for Canadian citizens)
      • A formal request if name change documents are necessary
      • Proof of English proficiency if the applicant’s mother tongue is not English by doing the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Test of Written English (TWE) or equivalent
      • Detailed syllabus for prerequisite courses
  • Reference letters and personal statements will not be read by members of the Admissions Committee.
    • Only those regarding a situation beyond the control of the individual which affected his/her academic potential, in academic years that have the potential to be used in the admissions process,might have any influence in our admissions process (and even then, there is no guarantee that the information provided will have an effect on the entrance decision.)

For more information, click here and visit the OMSAS website


Evaluation criteria

  • 60% academics, 15% DAT and 25% interview.

For more information, click here

Interview

  • Interview invitations will be sent out about one month prior to the interview dates.
  • Interview Dates: during the weekend of April 12 and 13, 2014.
  • One must meet competitive levels in the DAT Reading Comprehension sectional score in combination with achieving competitive university grades in order to be invited to an interview.
  • Interviews are conducted by a dentist, a senior dental student and a layperson.
  • The questions are in the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) format.

For more information, click here

Timeline 2018-2019

  • December 1, 2018: Deadline for Application Submission and all Supporting Documents
  • December 14, 2018: Prerequisite Declaration Form Submission Deadline
  • January 2, 2019: Autobiographical Sketch and Personal Statement Due
  • April 6 & 7, 2019: Interview Dates
  • May 2019: Admission results released
  • June 1, 2019: Tuition Deposit Due
  • June 30, 2019: Final Official Transcript Submission Deadline

For more information, click here
For more information regarding transfer applications, click here

Tuition 2018-2019

  • First Year Tuition (Canadian Students): $39,268.00
    • First Year Tuition and Fees (Canadian Students): $56,577.45
  • First Year Tuition (International Students): $82,088.00
    • First Year Tuition and Fees (International Students): $100,021.45

For more information on tuition, click here
For information on financial assistance, click here