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Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine

2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is a US DDS program in Stony Brook, NY that takes 2027-entry applications through ADEA AADSAS. Its published class profile lists a median GPA of 3.82, a 8.0% acceptance rate and a class of 46. The school holds a traditional interview: September 2026–February 2027.

Location
Stony Brook, NY, United States
Established
1973
Interviews (2027 entry)
September 2026–February 2027
Decisions (2027 entry)
Rolling admissions
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Overview

About Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS)

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, located on Long Island's North Shore, is part of Stony Brook University — a major SUNY (State University of New York) research institution.

Founded in 1973, it is the only dental school on Long Island and the primary dental training institution for the region's large suburban and underserved populations, with a deliberately small DDS class of approximately 46 students per year. The school benefits from integration with Stony Brook University Hospital, providing access to hospital-based dental and oral medicine training.

A commitment to research is embedded alongside clinical training.

What makes Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) different

Applications via ADEA AADSAS. Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is the only dental school on Long Island and a flagship SUNY institution, serving Long Island's large and diverse population. The school benefits from integration with Stony Brook University Hospital and Health Sciences complex, offering strong hospital dental and oral medicine training.

New York State residents have a significant in-state advantage.

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) course & teaching

Integrated curriculum. 4-year DDS curriculum. Stony Brook integrates research and clinical training across the program. Hospital dental rotations through Stony Brook University Hospital. Clinical training serves Long Island's diverse patient populations including large immigrant and underinsured communities in Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) research strengths

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) is strong in these research areas:

  • Oral biology
  • Craniofacial development
  • Periodontal immunology
  • Biomaterials
  • Oral oncology

How the Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) interview runs

Format: Traditional one-on-one faculty interview

Stony Brook's School of Dental Medicine calls interviews an integral part of admissions and notifies applicants under serious consideration if an interview is indicated; its pages do not describe the interview format, length or setting. As part of Stony Brook University, a major SUNY research institution, interviewers may probe interest in dental research as well as clinical practice.

New York State residents have a strong admissions advantage as the only SUNY dental school on Long Island.

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) intake

Approximately 46 students per year.

Where Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) is

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine was founded in 1973 and is based in Stony Brook, NY.

Programmes offered:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Orthodontics
  • Periodontics
  • General Dentistry
  • Oral Medicine
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Entry requirements

What you need to apply to Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS)

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) at a glance

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine Dentistry — 2027 entry at a glance
GPA (median)3.82
Acceptance rate8.0%
Class size46
In-state matriculants70%
Interview formatTraditional interview
IntakeApproximately 46 students per year
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine Dentistry admissions profile — 2027 entry
Admission overviewBachelor's degree and DAT required. Applications via ADEA AADSAS. New York State residents have a strong advantage (SUNY mission). Academic record, dental experience, research interest, and community involvement expected.
GPA median3.82 overall / 3.85 science (BCPM)
Acceptance rate8.0%
Class size46
In-state preferenceStrong — primarily in-state
In-state matriculants70%
CASPerNot required
Holistic review emphasisNY residency, DAT, GPA, research experience, dental shadowing.
NotesGPA medians hedged. DAT Academic Average median approximately 20–22 (hedged). Strong in-state preference as SUNY dental school. Estimates from public AAMC FACTS / AACOMAS / ADEA AADSAS / class-profile; verify current cycle. DAT figure sourced 2026-09-12 from https://dentistry.stonybrookmedicine.edu/student/admissions/DDS-FAQ (retired 1-30 scale).
Specialities offeredOral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, General Dentistry, Oral Medicine

MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures are taken from Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine's published admissions data. Class profiles are republished each year — confirm which entering class these numbers describe before you rely on them.

Interview

How Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) interviews applicants

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine Dentistry interview — 2027 entry
FormatTraditional one-on-one faculty interview
Interview window (2027 entry)September 2026–February 2027
Decision date (2027 entry)Rolling admissions
Post-interview chancesApproximately 30–45% post-interview (estimated).
Tutor insight
New York State residents should consider Stony Brook as a strong SUNY public dental option — in-state tuition and the Long Island clinical environment are compelling. The school has a genuine research culture — applicants with research experience or interest should highlight it. Hospital dental integration through Stony Brook University Hospital is a distinctive feature that differentiates this school from other public dental programs.
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Lessons From Three Shadowing Settings

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Oral-Systemic Link as Health Policy

Growing evidence links periodontal disease to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and adverse pregnancy outcomes, and advocates argue this justifies integrating dental coverage and care into general medicine. How convincing do you find that argument, and how would you use it responsibly to push for better dental access?

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Where Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS)'s figures come from

Compiled from Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine's published admissions material and checked for internal consistency. Not independently re-checked against the school's own website for 2027 entry — confirm the figures with the school before you rely on them.

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FAQ

Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine (DDS) — frequently asked questions

Bachelor's degree and DAT required. Applications via ADEA AADSAS. New York State residents have a strong advantage (SUNY mission). Academic record, dental experience, research interest, and community involvement expected.

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