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Located in the heart of one of the most vibrant cities in the world, we are one of the world’s top-ranked dental schools, offering rigorous DDS and specialty programs, mentorship by pioneering faculty, exposure to advanced research, and real-world experience.
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Our admissions process is designed to identify dedicated individuals who are passionate about dental health and patient care. We consider academic performance, test scores, personal statements, and interviews.
The Right Script
Many people follow a path through life that ultimately leaves them feeling empty. I meet many ambitious people, and I coach some of them. It often str...
Inside the Institution: The Human-Centered Experience
Optimism and hope are great ways to start the year, and right now I feel both. There is no question that the past year brought many challenges. But we...
The University of California as a Good Neighbor and State Citizen
There are few things in life that are popular with three-quarters of our population. These days, a tremendously successful politician is someone who h...
Our Great Motto "Fiat Lux"
A central mission in education is to find order in chaos. The motto of the University of California is Fiat Lux, which translates from Latin as "Let t...
Ask Me Anything — Hibret Benjamin
As part of the UCSF School of Dentistry's monthly Ask Me Anything series, Dr. Hibret Benjamin, DDS, answered questions from the community around the t...
Ask Me Anything — Shaun Abrams
For the UCSF School of Dentistry''s inaugural Ask Me Anything post, Dr. Shaun Abrams — DDS/PhD class of 2020 and the first Black graduate of the pro...
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Our admissions process is designed to identify dedicated individuals who are passionate about dental health and patient care. We consider academic performance, test scores, personal statements, and interviews.