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University of Louisville School of Dentistry
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Why are you applying to University of Louisville School of Dentistry?
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What are the best things about attending University of Louisville School of Dentistry?
The Faculty. I think the faculty at ULSD are great, especially if you get to know them on a personal level. Getting to know them on a personal level allows you to ask them for letters of recommendation one day. They really are willing to help and they want you to succeed. They are very nice and most of them will not make you feel stupid when you are struggling with certain concepts. When they are not in their office they are often in the clinic and you can go show your projects to them and get feedback. If you ever get a grade that you disagree with, they are very open at having another faculty member grade your project, which is huge if you care about your GPA. All that being said, they still have their individual and collective issues (see next section).
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What are the worst things about attending University of Louisville School of Dentistry?
The grading scheme isn't always based on a ten-point scale and changes every year based on student performance. For example, for our year an "A" was between 93-100%, "B" was between 84-92%, and "C" was between 75-83%. This can be tough to get used to and can be disappointing when you score a 92% only to receive a B grade. The outside of the building looks like a parking lot and the school is in a pretty ghetto area. It is also not in the safest area.
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What do students need to know/What do you wish you knew before attending University of Louisville School of Dentistry?
Starting with the class of 2024 they will start a block system, meaning you will not have completely separate courses teaching you anatomy and physiology. Instead, you will work in blocks; for example, in the cardiology block you will simultaneously learn the anatomy and the physiology of the heart.
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School Information
About school of dentistry
Offering outstanding clinical education through state-of-the art simulation education, technology and leadership in biomedical research, the University of Louisville School of Dentistry (ULSD) considers students to be partners in learning and seeks to provide them with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the challenges of today’s diverse dental profession. Many ULSD graduates choose to practice general dentistry, while others continue their education in a specialty, engage in dental research or prepare for a career in education. A state-supported institution, ULSD is located within the University Health Sciences Center (HSC) in downtown Louisville.
Mission
University of Louisville School of Dentistry graduates will be national leaders dedicated to the improvement of oral and overall public health of those we serve by providing patient centered care, innovative teaching of health care professionals, and engaging in impactful research.
Dean
Margaret Hill, D.M.D.
Vision
To improve the oral and overall health of those whom we serve, transforming lives by educating oral health care professionals to provide patient-centered treatment through innovative pedagogical approaches, community engagement, and research
Core values
We will respect all who receive and provide oral health care, embrace diversity, and create a zeal for lifelong learning among those whom we teach, provide a commitment to our community, and demonstrate a dedication to science and discovery that values patients, students, faculty, and staff.
Location
Kentucky, United States
Contact Information
School website:
Main address:
• 501 S. Preston Street • Louisville, KY 40202 • Phone: 502-852-5081
Academic affairs:
Dr. Paula Collins, Interim Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Admissions:
Ms. Robin R. Benningfield, Admissions Counselor Ms. Jami C. Campbell, Assistant Director of Admissions Dr. Alma Ljaljevic-Tucakovic, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs • Room 234, School of Dentistry • Phone: 502-852-5081 • Email: dmdadms@louisville.edu
Dental deans office:
Dr. Margaret Hill, Interim Dean
Diversity:
Ms. Audra French, Assistant Director of Student Affairs, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion • Room 234, School of Dentistry • Phone: 502-852-5081 • Email: audra.french@louisville.edu
Financial aid/registrar
Ms. Barbara Dagnan, Financial Aid Coordinator • Room 234, School of Dentistry • Phone: 502-852-5076 • Email: dmdadms@louisville.edu
International students and scholars:
International Student and Scholar Services • Phone: 502-852-6604 • Email: isss@louisville.edu • http://louisville.edu/internationalcenter
Recruitment:
Jami Campbell, Assistant Director of Admissions
Student affairs:
• Dr. Alma Ljaljevic-Tucakovic, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs • Room 234, School of Dentistry • Phone: 502-852-5081 • Email: dmdadms@louisville.edu
Student services:
Audra French, Assistant Director of Student Affairs, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Preparation — Prerequisites
BCP (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
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Additional biological sciences
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English
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Other sciences
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Notes:
Preparation — Community College Coursework and AP Credits
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Accepted credit hours
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Preparation — Dental Shadowing
Dental shadowing and other admission factors
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Application and Selection — Timeline
Entering class
Fall
Earliest application filling date
June 1
Latest application filing date
Dec. 31
Earliest date for acceptance offers
Dec. 15
Application and Selection — Fees and Deposits
Application fee
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First deposit required?
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International resident amount
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Deposit due date
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Applicant & Entering Class — Application and Enrollment
First-year enrollment
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Number of received applications
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Acceptance rate
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Application and enrollment details
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Examined by review committee: undefined
Applicants offered a position: undefined
First-year enrollments: undefined
Applicant & Entering Class — Application and Enrollment by Gender
Gender ratio of applicants
I'd definitely recommend to refresh the page, data is random :)
Other: 486 (58.84%)
826
Total Applicants
Female: 195 (23.61%)
Male: 145 (17.55%)
Gender ratio of first-year enrollment
I'd definitely recommend to refresh the page, data is random :)
Other: 349 (46.35%)
753
First-Year Enrollment
Female: 242 (32.14%)
Male: 162 (21.51%)
Applicant & Entering Class — Application and Enrollment by Race
Application received by dental schools in the U.S. by race and gender
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First-year U.S. dental school enrolment by race and gender
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Applicant & Entering Class — International Dental School Graduates
Admitted international dental school graduates in 2021-22?
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Applicant & Entering Class — State of Residence
State of residence ratio
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Applicant & Entering Class — DAT Score
DAT score distribution
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Applicant & Entering Class — GPA
GPA distribution (Graduate and Undergraduate Combined)
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Clinical Experience
Patients visited per student
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Tuition and Fees
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Tuition and fees breakdown
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