Pre-Dentistry Program

Why Complete the Pre-Dentistry Program at Indiana State?

If your educational and career goals include applying to dental school to pursue a career as a dentist, then Indiana State’s Pre-Dentistry Program is a great first step.

Begin Your Professional Journey

Upon admission to Indiana State, you will be assigned a pre-professional advisor who will help you develop a strategy for completing prerequisites, identifying an appropriate departmental major (degree program), and navigating the application process for dental school.

During your second or third semester of study, you will select a major (degree program). A faculty advisor is then assigned to help you develop a plan to meet the degree requirements for that major.

Note: This program is not designed for students interested in pre-dental hygiene or dental assisting.

What You’ll Learn in the Pre-Dentistry Program

Transfer Credit

Indiana State University accepts credit from regionally accredited colleges and universities within the United States, and from selected schools located outside the United States. Credit also may be granted for military training and experience. Previously earned college credit can be applied toward completion of the program per Indiana State's transfer guidelines.

Transfer Guidelines

Career Possibilities in Dentistry

For career information, visit the American Dental Association.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the overall employment of dentists to grow 6 percent from 2021 to 2031. The median annual wage for dentists was $163,220 in May 2021.

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