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Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
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What are the best things about attending Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine?
BU has a great reputation for producing skilled dentists. We also have a strong alumni network. The school is located in the South End (Boston), so there’s lots of amazing restaurants and fun things to do nearby! Students like participating in the nightlife, going hiking, or checking out the stores and historical locations. Our school is high tech, with Cerec machines, Omnicams, surgical guides, intraoral cameras, and digital implant planning. We also have a great research program. All lectures and Simulation Clinic sessions are recorded and posted online on EchoCenter.
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What are the worst things about attending Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine?
It can be tough to find patients who show up for appointments to get your clinical requirements fulfilled, but I feel most students end up doing just fine. It can feel like there are never enough faculty since they don’t all show up every week, and sometimes the ones that do disappear, are busy on their phones, or talking to each other. We are also one of the few schools to have an AS (Advanced Standing) program for international dentists, so we have to fight with them for space in the simulation clinic to practice. You spend a lot of time just waiting for faculty to approve your preclinical work. The atmosphere is competitive because we aren’t pass / fail and we get ranked at the end of the year, and the gunners really care about ranking for specializing.
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What do students need to know/what do you wish you knew before attending Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine?
BU is a really good school and they are known nationally for producing qualified dentists. You spend over two years working on patients (2 years in clinic and an externship during 3rd year). Because of BU’s reputation, it’s a great program if you want to be a general dentist, since that’s what most students end up doing. It is a very challenging program, but upperclassmen are really nice about sharing their notes and study guides.
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School Information
About school of dentistry
Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM) is a forward-thinking educational institution that produces a highly competent dentist in a challenging and exciting environment. A comfortable class size combined with a dedicated, talented faculty provides an exceptionally stimulating educational experience. GSDM is a diverse, dynamic educational, clinical and research institution. Our newly expanded and fully renovated building supports an excellent educational experience with state-of-the-art simulation learning center and new patient treatment rooms.
Mission
To be the premier academic dental institution promoting excellence in dental education, research, oral health care and community service to improve the global population’s overall health.
Dean
Cataldo Leone, DMD, DSc, CAGS, Dean Spencer N. Frankl Professor of Dental Medicine; Professor of Periodontology; Professor of Molecular & Cell Biology
Vision
To provide outstanding service to a diverse group of students, patients, faculty, staff, alumni and health care professionals within our facilities, our community and the world.
Core values
• Respect • Truth • Responsibility • Fairness • Compassion • Our Code of Ethics articulates the behavior we expect of all members of our community.
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Contact Information
School website:
Main address:
• Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine • DMD Admissions • 635 Albany Street, G-146 • Boston, MA 02118
Academic affairs:
• Boston University Bulletin, School of Dental Medicine – DMD Program and Curriculum • http://www.bu.edu/academics/sdm/programs/doctor-of-dental-medicine/ • Dr. Gail McCausland, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs • Email: gaillmc@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6806
Admissions:
• http://www.bu.edu/dental/admissions/dmd • Catherine Sarkis, JD, MBA, ad interim Assistant Dean of Admissions • Application inquiry email: applydmd@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6827
Dental deans office:
• Dr. Cataldo Leone, Dean • Email: cleone@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-5195
Diversity:
• Dr. Larry G. Dunham, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging • Email: lgdunham@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6621
Financial aid/registrar
• Boston University Medical Campus Student Financial Services (SFS) • http://www.bumc.bu.edu/osfs/ • Ms Miel Jasper, Assistant Director, GSDM Liaison • Email: osfs-sdm@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6550
Housing:
• Boston University Medical Campus Office of Housing Resources • http://www.bumc.bu.edu/ohr/ • Email: ohr@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6550
International students and scholars:
• Boston University International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) • http://www.bu.edu/isso/ • Ms. Jeanne Kelley, Managing Director • Email: isso@bu.edu • Phone: 617-353-3565
Recruitment:
• Mr. Joshua Swanson, DMD Admissions Manager • Email: jswan@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6827 • Dr. Larry G. Dunham, Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging • Email: lgdunham@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6621
Student affairs:
• GSDM Student Affairs • http://www.bu.edu/dental/about/offices/student-affairs/ • Dr. Joseph Calabrese, Associate Dean of Students • Email: gsdmsa@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6853
Student services:
• GSDM Career Resources • https://www.bu.edu/dental/students/careers/ • Email: gsdmcr@bu.edu • Phone: 617-358-6828
Preparation — Prerequisites
BCP (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
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English
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Other sciences
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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 (late July)
Earliest application filling date
Early June
Latest application filing date
December 16
Earliest date for acceptance offers
December 1
Application and Selection — Fees and Deposits
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Applicant & Entering Class — Application and Enrollment
First-year 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: 524 (85.90%)
610
Total Applicants
Female: 39 (6.39%)
Male: 47 (7.70%)
Gender ratio of first-year enrollment
I'd definitely recommend to refresh the page, data is random :)
Other: 827 (88.45%)
935
First-Year Enrollment
Female: 74 (7.91%)
Male: 34 (3.64%)
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
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Tuition and Fees
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