DAT Median
20
18–22 range
GPA Median
3.55
3.38–3.72 range
Matriculation Rate
8.18%
Entering class ÷ applications — not an acceptance rate
Class Size
108
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How to Get Into Indiana University School of Dentistry
To be competitive at Indiana University School of Dentistry, applicants typically present a DAT score near 20 (middle 50%: 18–22) and a GPA around 3.55 (3.38–3.72). About 8.18% of applicants to Indiana University School of Dentistry end up enrolling; the school does not publish how many are offered admission. Each entering class is roughly 108 students. The school is located in Indianapolis, IN. 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
DAT Score Range
GPA Range
Historical Trends
5-year data (2021–2025)
| Year | DAT Median | GPA Median | Accept % | Apps | Class Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | — | 1,247 | 103 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 1,125 | 101 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 912 | 102 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 1,328 | 104 |
| 2025 | — | — | — | 1,321 | 108 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$38,000
$12,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$66,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
95%
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- ADEA AADSAS
- Admissions test
- DAT · scores no older than 3 years
- Letters of recommendation
- 2 lettersOne letter must be from a science or research faculty member; the second may be from another academic area or a dentist shadowed within the 12 months prior to application.
- Secondary application
- Required · $80 fee
- Experience
- 100 total hours of shadowing is required and must be completed by the October 1st application deadline.
- Also
- All applicants must complete both the ADEA AADSAS application, the IU Grad CAS Supplemental Application, and the Kira assessment to be considered for the admissions review process.
Source: Indiana University School of Dentistry D.D.S. how to apply, read September 22, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
Data source: ADEA Applicants and Enrollees 2025 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.
Indiana University School of Dentistry: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indiana University School of Dentistry's acceptance rate?
Indiana University School of Dentistry 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 8.18% 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 Indiana University School of Dentistry?
Admitted students at Indiana University School of Dentistry have a median DAT score of 20, with a middle-50% range of 18 to 22 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into Indiana University School of Dentistry?
The median GPA of admitted students at Indiana University School of Dentistry is 3.55, with a middle-50% range of 3.38 to 3.72 (2025 entering class).
How much does Indiana University School of Dentistry cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at Indiana University School of Dentistry is $38,000. Out-of-state or non-resident tuition is $66,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into Indiana University School of Dentistry?
Admission to Indiana University School of Dentistry is competitive: roughly 8.18% of applicants end up enrolling, the median DAT is 20, the median GPA is 3.55. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether Indiana University School of Dentistry is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is Indiana University School of Dentistry located?
Indiana University School of Dentistry is located in Indianapolis, IN.
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