DAT Median
26
GPA Median
3.84
Matriculation Rate
4.86%
Entering class ÷ applications — not an acceptance rate
Class Size
92
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How to Get Into Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
To be competitive at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, applicants typically present a DAT score near 26 and a GPA around 3.84. About 4.86% of applicants to Columbia University College of Dental Medicine end up enrolling; the school does not publish how many are offered admission. Each entering class is roughly 92 students. The school is located in New York, NY. Figures reflect the 2025 entering class. Enter your own GPA and DAT score on AdmitBase to see your personalized match category and admission odds.
Admitted Student Profiles
Historical Trends
5-year data (2021–2025)
| Year | DAT Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | — | 1,643 | 84 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 1,503 | 84 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 1,595 | 83 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 1,895 | 84 |
| 2025 | 26 | 3.84 | 4.86% | 1,886 | 92 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$86,000
$60,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$86,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
96%
Student Body
Total Applicants
1,886
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- ADEA AADSAS
- Admissions test
- DAT
- Letters of recommendation
- 1 to 3 lettersThree confidential letters of recommendation from science professors or one composite letter from a pre-health committee must be submitted directly to AADSAS.
- Secondary application
- Required · $75 fee
- Interview
- Interviews are scheduled on Fridays from September to February and take place at the College of Dental Medicine via zoom.
- Also
- There are no minimum GPA or DAT score requirements; however, we look for grade and DAT scores that are in line with those of our currently enrolled students.
Required coursework
- English composition or literature or writing intensive course · six credits (one academic year)
- Physics · eight credits (one academic year) · with lab
- Biology · eight credits (one academic year) · with lab
- Inorganic or general chemistry · eight credits (one academic year) · with lab
- Organic chemistry · eight credits (one academic year) · with lab
- Biochemistry · one semester
Source: Columbia University College of Dental Medicine DDS admissions, read September 22, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
Data source: Columbia College of Dental Medicine, Class Statistics, Class of 2029 No acceptance rate is recorded: the entering class is published but the number of applicants offered admission is not, so only a matriculation rate can be computed. (2025). Figures reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
Columbia University College of Dental Medicine: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia University College of Dental Medicine's acceptance rate?
Columbia University College of Dental Medicine does not publish how many applicants it offers admission to, so an acceptance rate cannot be calculated. What is published is the entering class against the number of applications: about 4.86% of applicants end up enrolling (2025 entering class). The share offered a place is higher than that, because not everyone who is admitted chooses to attend.
What DAT score do you need for Columbia University College of Dental Medicine?
Admitted students at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine have a median DAT score of 26 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into Columbia University College of Dental Medicine?
The median GPA of admitted students at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine is 3.84 (2025 entering class).
How much does Columbia University College of Dental Medicine cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine is $86,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into Columbia University College of Dental Medicine?
Admission to Columbia University College of Dental Medicine is competitive: roughly 4.86% of applicants end up enrolling, the median DAT is 26, the median GPA is 3.84. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether Columbia University College of Dental Medicine is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is Columbia University College of Dental Medicine located?
Columbia University College of Dental Medicine is located in New York, NY.
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