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Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is a US DMD program in Boston, MA that takes 2027-entry applications through ADEA AADSAS. Its published class profile lists a median GPA of 3.65, a 6.0% acceptance rate and a class of 175. The school holds a traditional interview: October 2026–February 2027.

Location
Boston, MA, United States
Established
1868
Interviews (2027 entry)
October 2026–February 2027
Decisions (2027 entry)
Rolling admissions
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Overview

About Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (TUSDM), founded in 1868, is one of the oldest and most respected dental schools in the United States. Located in downtown Boston, TUSDM is part of Tufts' health sciences campus alongside medicine, veterinary medicine, and public health.

The school operates one of the highest-volume dental clinics in New England and has a strong international student and post-graduate specialty training program.

What makes Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) different

Applications via ADEA AADSAS. Tufts' Boston location, alongside Harvard and BU Dental, creates a uniquely rich dental education ecosystem. TUSDM has a dedicated international DMD pathway and a particularly strong post-graduate specialty training portfolio.

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) course & teaching

Traditional curriculum. 4-year DMD curriculum. One of the largest dental school clinics in New England. TUSDM has strong post-graduate (GPR, AEGD, specialty) residency programs. International DMD track available. Comprehensive clinical training across all disciplines.

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) research strengths

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) is strong in these research areas:

  • Implantology
  • Oral-systemic health connections
  • Dental materials
  • Pediatric oral health
  • Community dentistry

How the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) interview runs

Format: Traditional one-on-one or panel interview

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) intake

Approximately 165–185 students per year.

Where Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) is

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine was founded in 1868 and is based in Boston, MA.

Programmes offered:

  • Orthodontics
  • Periodontology
  • Prosthodontics
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Oral Pathology
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Entry requirements

What you need to apply to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD)

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) at a glance

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Dentistry — 2027 entry at a glance
GPA (median)3.65
Acceptance rate6.0%
Class size175
In-state preferenceNo stated in-state preference
Interview formatTraditional interview
IntakeApproximately 165–185 students per year
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Dentistry admissions profile — 2027 entry
Admission overviewBachelor's degree and DAT required. Applications via ADEA AADSAS. CASPer is not required. Strong dental experience, academic record, and community service expected. International applicants welcome.
GPA median3.65 overall / 3.61 science (BCPM)
Acceptance rate6.0%
Class size175
In-state preferenceNone
CASPerNot required
Holistic review emphasisDental experience, academic record, specialty interest, international diversity.
NotesGPA medians hedged. DAT Academic Average median approximately 20–22 (hedged). Acceptance rate approximate. Checked 2026-09-12: this school publishes no class DAT average, so none is quoted.
Specialities offeredOrthodontics, Periodontology, Prosthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Oral Pathology

MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures are taken from Tufts 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 Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) interviews applicants

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Dentistry interview — 2027 entry
FormatTraditional one-on-one or panel interview
Interview window (2027 entry)October 2026–February 2027
Decision date (2027 entry)Rolling admissions
Post-interview chancesApproximately 30–40% post-interview (estimated).
Tutor insight
Tufts is a strong target school for competitive dental applicants — not a safety, but more accessible than Harvard or Penn. Highlight dental clinical experience and long-term specialty interest if you have one. The international DMD pathway is of interest to applicants with international dental education backgrounds.
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Where Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD)'s figures come from

Compiled from Tufts 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

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (DMD) — frequently asked questions

Bachelor's degree and DAT required. Applications via ADEA AADSAS. CASPer is not required. Strong dental experience, academic record, and community service expected. International applicants welcome.

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