Pre-Dentistry at Augustana provides exceptional preparation for students wishing to work in the dental field. In the past five years, Augustana has had an acceptance rate into dental schools of 70%. During the second year of study, students participate in clinical observation hours, which will familiarize them with dental practices and techniques.
Additionally, Augustana has affiliations with the Dentistry graduate programs at both Southern Illinois University and the University of Iowa. Through this unique opportunity, students can apply for early admissions after only one year of undergraduate work. After acceptance, students study for three years at Augustana and receive a B.A. degree after their first year of study in the graduate program.
"I cannot say enough about what a great choice it was to be a part of this school's dentistry program. Augustana has an extremely rigorous science curriculum that goes far above baseline preparation for the Dental Admissions Test, and dental school as well. The credit goes to the professors, hands down. Always extremely busy, yet always making sure to be available for their students, these men and women are the foundation for the success of Augustana's science majors." - Julie Reynolds
"When I was choosing colleges, Augustana stood out - not only because of its high dentistry school acceptance rates, but also the wonderful, friendly atmosphere on campus. I've come to find the science classes at Augie are teaching me everything I need to succeed on the Dental Admissions Test and in dentistry school. I don't think I could ask for a better program to be in or a better place to spend my time as an undergrad." - Krysta Lilland
