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Minimum Requirements

The School of Dentistry has removed minimum requirements for GPA and DAT scores. Candidates are encouraged to explore our class information to get a sense of the profile of successful applicants. The UCSF Dentistry Admissions Committee employs holistic review in selecting the incoming class, and thoroughly evaluates a candidate’s academic preparedness, community engagement, and fit for the institution and profession of dentistry. All applicants who submit a complete application will be fully evaluated for admission.

Standards for Admissions

To be considered for admission, you must present evidence that you have completed, or will complete within the specified time frame, the minimum transferable prerequisite coursework. Although all course requirements need not be completed at the time of application, they must be completed by September 1st, prior to arriving on campus for orientation. Due to the large number of applicants in our pool, we are not able to offer application counseling. We suggest you seek advice from a counselor or pre-health adviser at your undergraduate institution.

Technical Standards

There are several essential abilities required for completion of the DDS degree. Click here to see our technical standards.

Background Check

All students offered provisional admission will be required to complete a criminal background check prior to final admissions decisions. The School of Dentistry reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission to any individual whose background check reveals unprofessional conduct inconsistent with the Pride values.

Immunization Requirements

All UCSF students are required to comply with UCSF Student Academic Affairs immunization requirements. You can click here to review them.

Nondiscrimination Policy Statement

The University of California, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, medical condition (cancer-related), ancestry, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or special disabled veteran. The University also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in University programs and activities. Click here for more information.

Notice of Equal Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal regulations and University policy. Affirmative action is a management tool designed to ensure equal employment opportunity. A central premise underlying affirmative action is that, absent discrimination, over time a contractor's workforce, generally, will reflect the gender, racial and ethnic profile of the labor pools from which the contractor recruits and selects. Click here for more information.

Undocumented Students

UC welcomes and supports students without regard to their immigration status. The university recently issued a statement of principles reaffirming its commitment to vigorously protect the privacy and civil rights of our undocumented students as we do all members of our community. Click here for more information.

Students with Disabilities

This policy establishes the decision-making authority and financial responsibilities at UCSF for Programmatic and Physical Barrier Removals and Accommodations required under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Click here for more information.

Information Practices Act of 1977

This policy explains campus responsibilities, under the California Public Records Act (CPRA) and the California Information Practices Act (CIPA) for responding to requests to provide access to or copies of University documents, including personnel and general business records. It does not apply to subpoenas (see Administrative Policy 050-18, Subpoena). Click here for more information.

Clery Act: Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is the landmark federal law, originally known as the Campus Security Act, that requires colleges and universities across the United States to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Click here for more information.

Office of the Registrar: Fees for the School of Dentistry

The tuition, fees, and charges posted here are estimates based on currently approved amounts. These figures may not be final. Actual tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by the Regents of the University of California and could be affected by state funding reductions. Click here for more information.

UC Licensure and Certification Disclosure

The University of California programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student for California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the University of California and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time. The University of California has not determined whether its programs meet other states’ educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether, if they complete a University of California program, they will meet their state’s requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR §668.43(a)(5)(v)(C). Click here for more information.

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