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==Contacts==
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==Location==
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Address: <br>
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Faculty of Dentistry, Dalhousie University <br>
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Faculty of Dentistry <br>
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Carleton Campus <br>
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Dalhousie University <br>
 
 
5981 University Avenue <br>
 
5981 University Avenue <br>
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Halifax, NS <br>
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PO Box 15000 <br>
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Canada B3H 1W2 <br>
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada   B3H 4R2
  
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Website: http://www.dentistry.dal.ca/<br>
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==Contacts==
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Phone: (902) 494 - 2824<br>
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'''Website: ''' https://www.dal.ca/faculty/dentistry.html<br>
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Fax: (902) 494 - 2527 <br>
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'''Admissions Phone:''' (902) 494-1679<br>
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Email: denadmis@dal.ca <br>
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'''Admissions E-Mail: ''' omfs.dentistry@dal.ca <br>
  
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===General Notes===
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==Program Information==
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There are different programs offered by the Faculty of Dentistry: <br>
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*Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS)
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*Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) <br>
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**4 year program
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*Diploma in Dental Hygiene <br>
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*Number of applications in 2013: approximately 500
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*M.D./MSc. in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery <br><br>
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*Class size: accept up to 38
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**Preference is given to permanent residents of the Atlantic provinces.
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For more information, click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/program_overview.html here]
  
 
==Admission Requirements==
 
==Admission Requirements==
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====Course and Degree Requirements====
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*Degree: Minimum of 60 credit hours of university study. A Bachelor’s degree is not required but recommended (especially if graduate studies are intended).
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*Required Courses
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===Criteria===
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**Biology with Lab (6 credits)
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====Academic requirements====
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**General chemistry with Lab (6 credits)
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* One full-year academic class in each of biology, general chemistry, physics, organic chemistry (each of these courses must include laboratory instruction) an approved one-term Bio-organic Chemistry course may be substituted for the full year Organic Chemistry class
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**Physics with Lab (6 credits)
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* Two full-year academic courses (or four one-term courses) chosen from the humanities and/or social sciences
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**Organic Chemistry with Lab (6 credits)
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* One full year (or two one-term) writing course
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**Arts and/or Social Sciences (12 credits)
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* One university course (full year or one term) in each of the following: Introductory Biochemistry, Introductory Microbiology, and Vertebrate Physiology. These courses should be at the second year level or higher and applicants are encouraged to contact the Faculty of Dentistry for approval of selected courses.
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**Writing Course (6 credits)
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**Biochemistry (3 credits)
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**Microbiology (3 credits)
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**Vertebrate Physiology (6 credits)
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For more information, click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/dds_academic_requirements.html here]
  
 
====GPA====
 
====GPA====
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A cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) is considered competitive.
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*Minimum: No minimum GPA specified, but applicants with best academic record have greater chance of admission
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*Average accepted grade of final 60 university credit hours 2013: A
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*Average accepted grade of required science courses 2013: A-
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For more information, click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/dds_academic_requirements.html here] and [http://www.dentistry.dal.ca/prospective/DDS/DDSRequirements.html previous requirement and statistics]
  
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====The Dental Aptitude Test (DAT)====
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====DAT====
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*must complete no later than February to be considered for admission to the following academic year (it is recommended that you complete the November DAT in the event you wish to retake the DAT in February).
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*Minimum scores:
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*must be completed within two years of applying for the program.
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**Although there is no minimum score, most successful applicants have scores of at least 15, and an average of 21 (or better) is advised.
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*Most successful applicants have achieved a score of 15 or better on each of the components of the DAT.
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*For the class entering in September 2013 (and later) Manual Dexterity (carving) scores will not be considered
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*Deadline - February 1 (can be later if February DAT is taken)
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*Canadian or US DAT accepted (Canadian Citizens residing in Canada must complete Canadian DAT)
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*Must be mailed to:
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*DAT must have been written within 2 years of application
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::::Dean's Office
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*DAT must be written by February of the year of admission
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::::Faculty of Dentistry
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For more information, click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/dds_non_academic_requirements.html here]<br>
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::::Dalhousie University
 
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::::Halifax, NS
 
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::::Canada, B3H 1W2
 
  
 
====Supporting Documents====
 
====Supporting Documents====
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*Three confidential reference evaluation forms
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*Online Application form
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**At least one of these forms must be from a university faculty member who has taught the applicant.
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*$ 70 Registration fee
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**The remaining forms should be from someone (not a relative) who knows the applicant.
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*Official transcripts of all university studies
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**Deadline - February 1
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*Supplemental Information form (outlining extracurricular activities)
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*[http://www.registrar.dal.ca/forms/DDSApp.pdf Application Form]
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*Applicants who are invited for an interview are required to submit 3 confidential reference evaluation forms
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**includes a $70.00 application fee
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*DAT score
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**Deadline - December 1
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*Acceptance is conditional upon fulfillment of Health requirements click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/health_requirements.html here]
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*Official Transcript
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For more information, click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/apply_now.html here]
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**must be mailed to:
 
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::::Office of the Registrar
 
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::::Dahousie University
 
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::::Halifax, Nova Scotia
 
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::::Canada B3H 1W2
 
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Check out this link for more information:
 
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http://www.dentistry.dal.ca/prospective/DDS/DDSRequirements.html
 
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==Other==
 
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*All students intending to proceed to the study of dentistry should acquire a broad academic background in the use of written and spoken English.
 
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*Students are encouraged to obtain a bachelor's degree before seeking admission to the Faculty of Dentistry. This statement does not mean that any penalty will be imposed upon those who do not have more than the stated minimum requirements.
 
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*Truly outstanding candidates may be admitted after completion of the minimum entrance requirements.
 
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==Tuition==
 
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<table><tr><td></td><td>Yr 1</td><td>Yr 2</td><td>Yr 3</td><td>Yr 4</td></tr>
 
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<td>Tuition Fee (Canadian Students)</td><td>14, 074.00</td><td>14, 074.00</td><td>14, 074.00</td><td>14, 074.00</td></tr>
 
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<td>Tuition-International Students</td><td>35,000.00</td><td>35,000.00</td><td>35,000.00</td><td>35,000.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Student Union Fee</td><td>113.00</td><td>113.00</td><td>113.00</td><td>113.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>DSU Health and Dental Plan</td><td>253.00</td><td>253.00</td><td>253.00</td><td>253.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Society Fee</td><td>70.00</td><td>70.00</td><td>70.00</td><td>70.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Student Service Fee</td><td>192.00</td><td>192.00</td><td>192.00</td><td>192.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Acitilities Renewal Fee</td><td>86.00</td><td>86.00</td><td>86.00</td><td>86.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Auxiliary/Instrument Fee</td><td>9, 398.00</td><td>8,202.00</td><td>2,150.00</td><td>1,960.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Bus Pass Fee</td><td>116.00</td><td>116.00</td><td>116.00</td><td>116.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>Total Fees (Canadian Students)</td><td>24,302.00</td><td>23,106.00</td><td>17,054.00</td><td>16,864.00</td></tr>
 
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<tr><td>International Students</td><td>45,228.00</td><td>44,032.00</td><td>37,980.00</td><td>37,790.00</td></tr>
 
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==Statistics==
 
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* Statistics of accepted applicants to the Dentistry program for September 2005:
 
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**Number of applicants: 237
 
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**Number accepted: 36
 
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**Average in required science subjects: A-
 
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**Average in Higher science subjects (biochemistry, microbiology, physiology): A-
 
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**Average in final 60 University hours: A-
 
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==Interview==
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*On a Saturday in March or April 2018
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*Interviews are structured and conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry by 2 dentists and last 40 minutes.
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*Applicants with the highest university grades are selected for interview.
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*Interviews are conducted by a team of 2-3 trained interviewers, using a structured interview format.
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For more information, click [http://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/dds_non_academic_requirements.html here]
  
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==Timeline 2018-2019==
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*December 1, 2018: Application and application fee deadline
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*February 1, 2019: All supporting documents must be received
  
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For more information, click [https://www.dal.ca/academics/programs/professional/dentistry/how_do_I_apply/admissions_overview.html here]
  
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==Tuition 2018-2019==
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All fees are written in Canadian dollars:
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*Canadian citizens/permanent residents:
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**First Year Tuition: $54,501.96
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**Fees NOT Included in Estimate
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*International students: $80,727.96
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**Fees NOT Included in Estimate
  
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For more information on tuition, click [http://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters/tuition_fees_costs.html here]<br>
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For Scholarship and Financial Aid information, click [https://www.dal.ca/admissions/money_matters.html here]
  
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Location

Faculty of Dentistry, Dalhousie University
Carleton Campus
5981 University Avenue
PO Box 15000
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2

Contacts

Website: https://www.dal.ca/faculty/dentistry.html
Admissions Phone: (902) 494-1679
Admissions E-Mail: omfs.dentistry@dal.ca

Program Information

  • Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS)
    • 4 year program
  • Number of applications in 2013: approximately 500
  • Class size: accept up to 38
    • Preference is given to permanent residents of the Atlantic provinces.

For more information, click here

Admission Requirements

Course and Degree Requirements

  • Degree: Minimum of 60 credit hours of university study. A Bachelor’s degree is not required but recommended (especially if graduate studies are intended).
  • Required Courses
    • Biology with Lab (6 credits)
    • General chemistry with Lab (6 credits)
    • Physics with Lab (6 credits)
    • Organic Chemistry with Lab (6 credits)
    • Arts and/or Social Sciences (12 credits)
    • Writing Course (6 credits)
    • Biochemistry (3 credits)
    • Microbiology (3 credits)
    • Vertebrate Physiology (6 credits)

For more information, click here

GPA

  • Minimum: No minimum GPA specified, but applicants with best academic record have greater chance of admission
  • Average accepted grade of final 60 university credit hours 2013: A
  • Average accepted grade of required science courses 2013: A-

For more information, click here and previous requirement and statistics

DAT

  • Minimum scores:
    • Although there is no minimum score, most successful applicants have scores of at least 15, and an average of 21 (or better) is advised.
  • For the class entering in September 2013 (and later) Manual Dexterity (carving) scores will not be considered
  • Canadian or US DAT accepted (Canadian Citizens residing in Canada must complete Canadian DAT)
  • DAT must have been written within 2 years of application
  • DAT must be written by February of the year of admission

For more information, click here

Supporting Documents

  • Online Application form
  • $ 70 Registration fee
  • Official transcripts of all university studies
  • Supplemental Information form (outlining extracurricular activities)
  • Applicants who are invited for an interview are required to submit 3 confidential reference evaluation forms
  • DAT score
  • Acceptance is conditional upon fulfillment of Health requirements click here

For more information, click here

Interview

  • On a Saturday in March or April 2018
  • Interviews are structured and conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry by 2 dentists and last 40 minutes.
  • Applicants with the highest university grades are selected for interview.
  • Interviews are conducted by a team of 2-3 trained interviewers, using a structured interview format.

For more information, click here

Timeline 2018-2019

  • December 1, 2018: Application and application fee deadline
  • February 1, 2019: All supporting documents must be received

For more information, click here

Tuition 2018-2019

All fees are written in Canadian dollars:

  • Canadian citizens/permanent residents:
    • First Year Tuition: $54,501.96
    • Fees NOT Included in Estimate
  • International students: $80,727.96
    • Fees NOT Included in Estimate

For more information on tuition, click here
For Scholarship and Financial Aid information, click here

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