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Texas A&M College of Dentistry

2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry is a US DDS program in Dallas, TX that takes 2027-entry applications through ADEA AADSAS. Its published class profile lists a median GPA of 3.62, a 6.0% acceptance rate and a class of 110. The school holds a traditional interview: October 2026–February 2027.

Location
Dallas, TX, United States
Established
1905
Interviews (2027 entry)
October 2026–February 2027
Decisions (2027 entry)
Rolling; TMDSAS uniform notification dates apply
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Overview

About Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS)

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry (formerly Baylor College of Dentistry), located in Dallas, is one of the largest dental schools in the United States and is Texas's most established public dental school. Founded in 1905, the college is part of the Texas A&M Health Sciences Center and applies via TMDSAS.

It trains dentists for practice across Texas, with strong clinical training volume at its large Dallas dental clinics.

What makes Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) different

Applications via TMDSAS — not ADEA AADSAS. Texas A&M Dentistry is one of the largest and most clinically active dental schools in the US, offering extensive patient exposure. Its Dallas location provides a large, diverse urban patient population. TMDSAS application means Texas residency is critically important.

Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) course & teaching

Integrated curriculum. 4-year DDS curriculum with simulation training in Year 1 and comprehensive patient care beginning in Year 2. Dallas campus includes a very large dental clinic. Extramural rotations at community health centers and VA facilities available.

Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) research strengths

Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) is strong in these research areas:

  • Oral biology
  • Craniofacial genetics
  • Biomedical imaging
  • Periodontal regeneration
  • Dental biomaterials

How the Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) interview runs

Format: Traditional one-on-one or panel interview with faculty

Texas A&M College of Dentistry may invite applicants to interview with its Admissions Committee; the school does not describe the interview format, length or setting. Interviews evaluate motivation for dentistry, manual dexterity awareness, dental experience, academic record, and commitment to Texas communities. As a TMDSAS school, interviewers emphasize commitment to practicing in Texas, especially in underserved areas.

Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) intake

Approximately 100–120 students per year.

Where Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) is

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry was founded in 1905 and is based in Dallas, TX.

Programmes offered:

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

What you need to apply to Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS)

Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) at a glance

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry Dentistry — 2027 entry at a glance
GPA (median)3.62
Acceptance rate6.0%
Class size110
In-state matriculants90%
Interview formatTraditional interview
IntakeApproximately 100–120 students per year
Texas A&M University College of Dentistry Dentistry admissions profile — 2027 entry
Admission overviewBachelor's degree and DAT required. Applications via TMDSAS (Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service). Texas residents have very strong preference — approximately 90% of seats reserved for Texas residents. Dental experience and community involvement expected.
GPA median3.62 overall / 3.56 science (BCPM)
Acceptance rate6.0%
Class size110
In-state preferenceStrong — primarily in-state
In-state matriculants90%
CASPerNot required
Holistic review emphasisTexas residency, dental experience, academic record, community service in Texas.
NotesEstimates from TMDSAS and school data; verify current cycle. DAT Academic Average median approximately 19–22 (hedged). TMDSAS application — ~90% Texas resident seats. Checked 2026-09-12: this school publishes no class DAT average, so none is quoted.
Specialities offeredGeneral Dentistry, Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry

MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures are taken from Texas A&M University College of Dentistry's published admissions data. Class profiles are republished each year — confirm which entering class these numbers describe before you rely on them.

Interview

How Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) interviews applicants

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry Dentistry interview — 2027 entry
FormatTraditional one-on-one or panel interview with faculty
Interview window (2027 entry)October 2026–February 2027
Decision date (2027 entry)Rolling; TMDSAS uniform notification dates apply
Post-interview chancesApproximately 35–50% post-interview (estimated; strong for Texas residents).
Tutor insight
TMDSAS application is critical to understand — non-Texas residents have very limited seats at Texas public dental schools. If you are a Texas resident, apply early in the TMDSAS cycle. Demonstrate intent to practice in Texas, particularly in underserved communities. Research Texas oral health disparities and the A&M Dentistry program specifically — interviewers want to see school-specific knowledge.
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Climate Change and Oral Health

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Likely follow-up · After a hurricane destroys local practices, periodontal patients go six months without care. What changes would you expect, and how would you prioritize care in a temporary clinic?

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What DAT Preparation Taught You

Nearly every U.S. dental program requires the DAT. What do you understand its sections to be measuring, which do you think is most relevant to your future as a clinician, and how did preparing for the test shape the way you think about dentistry?

Likely follow-up · The DAT includes a Perceptual Ability Test (PAT) that the MCAT has no equivalent for. Why do you think dentistry assesses this and medicine does not?

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Where Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS)'s figures come from

Compiled from Texas A&M University College of Dentistry'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

Texas A&M College of Dentistry (DDS) — frequently asked questions

Bachelor's degree and DAT required. Applications via TMDSAS (Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service). Texas residents have very strong preference — approximately 90% of seats reserved for Texas residents. Dental experience and community involvement expected.

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