Edna Steele, Advisor
Department of Biology
The successful pre-dental student must have a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. Applicants should successfully complete as many science courses as possible to prepare for the Dental Admission Test (DAT) and dental school curriculum.
Coursework
The table below outlines the prerequisite requirements of many programs. Students should confirm required coursework for specific programs of interest.
| Coursework | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Inorganic Chemistry (CHM 190 and CHM 310) | 8 hours |
| Organic Chemistry (CHM 203-204) | 8 hours |
| Quantitative Analysis (CHM 251) | 4 hours |
| Physics (PHY 251-252 or PHY 241-242) | 8 hours |
| Biology (BIO 190, 191 or 202 – two of these) | 8 hours |
| English (Composition and Literature) | 6 hours |
| Mathematics (MTH 108 and higher) | 6 hours |
| Science Electives (Microbiology, Biochemistry, Anatomy, Genetics, Histology, Physiology, etc.) | 8 hours |
Application Tips
Courses in business, finance or accounting are also strongly recommended. Volunteer or internship experience in a variety of clinical settings is highly recommended. Early application to the dental school is important. The American Dental Education Association (ADEA) has information on the application process and on the Dental Admission Test (DAT) for all member Dental Schools in this country.
Programs of Study
Converse offers over 100 majors, minors, certificates, and graduate programs across 2 campuses and online.