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Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry
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What are the best things about attending Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry?
Meharry Medical College was established in 1876 and is one of only two Historically Black College and University (HBCU) dental schools. It is located in the fast-growing city of Nashville, Tennessee. The best thing by far about attending Meharry Medical College is definitely the rich history. The institution was founded by a single man with a desire to give back to the African American community. True to its heritage, Meharry places special emphasis on providing opportunities for people of color, individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, and others regardless of race or ethnicity. I believe that this mission is very evident to students. Faculty and staff are very willing to do whatever it takes to make sure that you succeed. They will point you towards the right opportunities for shadowing, tutoring, or mentorship.
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What are the worst things about attending Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry?
Of course, Meharry isn’t a perfect institution and definitely has its flaws. Keep in mind, none of these have been deal-breakers but these are some things that I have noticed in my time here. If I could change anything about Meharry Medical College, it would be an increase in the school's technological efficiency. We have had the wiring throughout the school upgraded to fiber optics but there are still delays and crashes that tend to happen at the most inopportune times (like in the middle of an appointment with a patient). Definitely a work in progress.
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What do students need to know/What do you wish you knew before attending Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry?
Students should know is that this school is very underrated. If you look at questionable ranking systems online, you will find Meharry towards the bottom of the list. However, I feel as if my education has been top-notch every step of the way. I have never experienced a more passionate faculty in all my years of education. I feel like being underrated gives Meharry a drive to produce the best doctors possible instead of falling victim to the systems and politics associated with being considered “highly ranked” which is sometimes achieved at the expense of educating students.
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School Information
About school of dentistry
Meharry SOD is a world leader in health disparity research, with four national research centers and high-tech clinical and training facilities to educate dentists to meet the challenges of today’s ever-changing dental profession.
Mission
To improve the health and health care of minority and underserved communities by offering excellent education and training programs in the health sciences.
Dean
Cherae M. Farmer-Dixon, D.D.S., M.S.P.H.
Vision
To place special emphasis on providing opportunities to people of color and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds regardless of race or ethnicity.
Core values
Commitment to delivering high-quality health services and conducting research that fosters the elimination of health disparities.
Location
Tennessee, United States
Contact Information
School website:
Main address:
• 1005 Dr. D.B. Todd Jr. Boulevard • Nashville, TN 37208 • Phone: 615-327-6207 • Fax: 615-327-6213
Admissions:
• Phone: 615-327-6998 • Email: admissions@mmc.edu • https://mmc.edu/prospectivestudents
Dental deans office:
Office of the Dean 1005 Dr. D.B. Todd, Jr. Blvd. Nashville, Tennessee 37208 Phone: 615-327-6207 FAX: 615-327-6213
Financial aid/registrar
• Dr. Barbara Tharpe, Director of Financial Aid • Phone: 615-327-6826 • Email: finaid@mmc.edu • https://home.mmc.edu/financial-aid/
Housing:
• Phone: 615-327-5751
Recruitment:
• Phone: 615-327-6998 • Email: admissions@mmc.edu • https://home.mmc.edu/admissions/
Student affairs:
• Dr. Sandra Harris, Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs • Phone: 615-327-6076
Preparation — Prerequisites
BCP (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
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English
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Notes:
Calculus or statistics.
Preparation — Community College Coursework and AP Credits
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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
Early June
Latest application filing date
Dec. 15
Earliest date for acceptance offers
Dec. 1
Application and Selection — Fees and Deposits
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Applicant & Entering Class — Application and Enrollment
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Application and enrollment details
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Applicant & Entering Class — Application and Enrollment by Gender
Gender ratio of applicants
I'd definitely recommend to refresh the page, data is random :)
Other: 277 (31.48%)
880
Total Applicants
Female: 564 (64.09%)
Male: 39 (4.43%)
Gender ratio of first-year enrollment
I'd definitely recommend to refresh the page, data is random :)
Other: 250 (27.06%)
924
First-Year Enrollment
Female: 545 (58.98%)
Male: 129 (13.96%)
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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Applicant & Entering Class — International Dental School Graduates
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Applicant & Entering Class — State of Residence
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Applicant & Entering Class — DAT Score
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Applicant & Entering Class — GPA
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Clinical Experience
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Tuition and Fees
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