Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
DAT Median
23
GPA Median
3.82
Acceptance Rate
6.6%
Program avg: 8.9%
Class Size
46
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How to Get Into Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
To be competitive at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, applicants typically present a DAT score near 23 and a GPA around 3.82. Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine admits about 6.6% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 46 students. The school is located in Stony Brook, 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 | — | — | — | 1,046 | 45 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 1,068 | 44 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 887 | 44 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 594 | 46 |
| 2025 | 23 | 3.82 | 6.6% | 697 | 46 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$42,000
$16,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$66,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
96%
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- ADEA AADSAS · $100 fee
- Admissions test
- DAT
- Letters of recommendation
- A pre-health committee letter or letter packet is encouraged; if the applicant's college does not provide one, three recommendation letters from science faculty will be considered.
- Experience
- Dental assisting and/or shadowing of a minimum of 50 hours is required.
Required coursework
- Biology · 2 semesters with labs, 8 credits · with lab
- General Chemistry · 2 semesters with labs, 8 credits · with lab
- Organic Chemistry · 2 semesters with labs, 8 credits · with lab
- Physics · 2 semesters with labs, 8 credits · with lab
- English · 2 semesters writing intensive, 6 credits
- Biochemistry · 1 semester, 3 credits
- Calculus/Statistics · Calculus I and Calculus II, or Calculus I and Statistics, 6 credits
Source: Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine DDS admissions, read September 22, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
Data source: Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, 2025 first-year class averages (2025). Figures reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine's acceptance rate?
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine has an acceptance rate of about 6.6% (2025 entering class). For comparison, the average across Dentistry programs we track is 8.9%.
What DAT score do you need for Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine?
Admitted students at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine have a median DAT score of 23 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine?
The median GPA of admitted students at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is 3.82 (2025 entering class).
How much does Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is $42,000. Out-of-state or non-resident tuition is $66,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine?
Admission to Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is competitive: it admits roughly 6.6% of applicants, the median DAT is 23, the median GPA is 3.82. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine located?
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is located in Stony Brook, NY.
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