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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, School of Dental Medicine
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Why are you applying to Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, School of Dental Medicine?
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What are the best things about attending Rutgers School of Dental Medicine?
At Rutgers there are about 90-100 students per class, meaning you know everyone and everyone knows you. Not only do students get to know one another very well, but faculty take the time to get to know each one of their students, making this school a very close-knit environment. Most faculty are always willing to help and will take the time to make sure students understand what they are doing and some faculty even stay after hours to help students practice for practicals or catch up on any assignments.
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What are the worst things about attending Rutgers School of Dental Medicine?
Unlike some other schools, Rutgers is not pass/fail and students are ranked, making it quite stressful. The exam schedules can be brutal for the first two years and getting exam dates changed by administration is not an easy process. There may be weeks with 2-3 exams in a row, so the spacing of exams is rarely ideal. Our administration is very reluctant to change school policies. The handbook used is outdated, and old policies are still followed even though they are not relevant to the current styles of learning teaching. If and when changes are made, the process is very slow and takes months for students to bring up their concerns to administration and have them properly addressed.
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What do students need to know/what do you wish you knew before attending Rutgers Dental School?
Rutgers is not easy; the course and exam schedules are extremely rigorous for the first two years, so it is important to take it one day at a time and not stress for what is to come. Don’t compare yourself to other students. Everyone learns and works in different ways and it is important to find what works for you even if it takes a lot of trial and error.
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School Information
About school of dentistry
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, School of Dental Medicine (RSDM) was established as part of the Seton Hall College of Medicine and Dentistry. RSDM has since grown into New Jersey’s major resource for dental education, research and community service. RSDM offers graduate dental educational specialty training in six areas: endodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and prosthodontics. Hospital residencies are offered in general practice and in oral and maxillofacial surgery. A fellowship in oral medicine is also available.
Mission
• The scientific exploration of factors contributing to oral health. • The dissemination/application of knowledge toward the community’s health and well-being.
Dean
Cecile A. Feldman, D.M.D., M.B.A.
Vision
To be the leading dental school for education, scientific research and patient care.
Core values
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, School of Dental Medicine (RSDM) accomplishes its mission in a diverse and inclusive collegial environment through four interrelated activities: education, patient care, research and community service.
Location
New Jersey, United States
Contact Information
School website:
Main address:
• 110 Bergen Street • Newark, NJ 07103 • Phone: 973-972-1781 • Fax: 973-972-0070
Admissions:
• Dr. Rosa Chaviano-Moran, Associate Dean for Admissions • Room B-829 • Phone: 973-972-1781
Diversity:
• Dr. Herminio Perez, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, Diversity and Inclusion • Room B-828 • Phone: 973-972-7816
Financial aid/registrar
• Ms. Pearl McMillan, Associate Campus Director • ADMC #1208 • Phone: 973-972-4376
Housing:
• 180 West Market Street • Newark, NJ 07103-2400 • Phone: 973-972-8796
International students and scholars:
• Dr. Rosa Chaviano-Moran, Associate Dean for Admissions • Room B-829 • Phone: 973-972-1781
Recruitment:
• Dr. Rosa Chaviano-Moran
Student affairs:
• Dr. Kim E. Fenesy, Vice Dean • Room-825 • fenesy@sdm.rutgers.edu
Student services:
• Dr. Herminio Perez
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:
Sculpture/art
Preparation — Community College Coursework and AP Credits
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Preparation — Dental Shadowing
Dental shadowing and other admission factors
| Required | Strongly Recommended | Recommended | No. of Hours | |
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Application and Selection — Timeline
Entering class
Fall
Earliest application filling date
Early June
Latest application filing date
Jan. 31
Earliest date for acceptance offers
Dec. 1
Application and Selection — Fees and Deposits
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First deposit required?
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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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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: 949 (96.35%)
985
Total Applicants
Female: 32 (3.25%)
Male: 4 (0.41%)
Gender ratio of first-year enrollment
I'd definitely recommend to refresh the page, data is random :)
Other: 238 (28.71%)
829
First-Year Enrollment
Female: 560 (67.55%)
Male: 31 (3.74%)
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
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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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