DAT Median
21
19–23 range
GPA Median
3.55
3.38–3.72 range
Matriculation Rate
4.58%
Entering class ÷ applications — not an acceptance rate
Class Size
203
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How to Get Into Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
To be competitive at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, applicants typically present a DAT score near 21 (middle 50%: 19–23) and a GPA around 3.55 (3.38–3.72). About 4.58% of applicants to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine end up enrolling; the school does not publish how many are offered admission. Each entering class is roughly 203 students. The school is located in Boston, MA. 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 | — | — | — | 4,253 | 203 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 3,799 | 201 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 4,020 | 201 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 4,361 | 188 |
| 2025 | — | — | — | 4,433 | 203 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$80,000
$54,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$80,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
96%
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- ADEA AADSAS
- Admissions test
- DAT
- Letters of recommendation
- 1 to 3 lettersTwo letters of evaluation from science professors and a third letter of evaluation, or a pre-professional composite committee letter.
- Personal statement
- Required
- Secondary application
- Required · $90 fee
- Interview
- Interview sessions will be conducted between September 2026 and spring 2027.
Required coursework
- Biology · 2 semesters (8 credits or 3 quarters) · with lab
- Upper-level Biology · 1 semester (3 credits or 1 quarter) · Lab only required if it is a required part of the course at the university where completed
- Inorganic Chemistry · 2 semesters (8 credits or 3 quarters) · with lab
- Physics · 2 semesters (8 credits or 3 quarters) · with lab
- Organic Chemistry · 1 semester (4 credits or 2 quarters) · with lab
- Biochemistry · 1 semester (3 credits or 1 quarter)
- Writing-intensive Humanities or Social Science · 1 semester
Source: Tufts University School of Dental Medicine DMD program application, 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.
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tufts University School of Dental Medicine's acceptance rate?
Tufts University School 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 4.58% 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 Tufts University School of Dental Medicine?
Admitted students at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine have a median DAT score of 21, with a middle-50% range of 19 to 23 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into Tufts University School of Dental Medicine?
The median GPA of admitted students at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is 3.55, with a middle-50% range of 3.38 to 3.72 (2025 entering class).
How much does Tufts University School of Dental Medicine cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is $80,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into Tufts University School of Dental Medicine?
Admission to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is competitive: roughly 4.58% of applicants end up enrolling, the median DAT is 21, the median GPA is 3.55. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is Tufts University School of Dental Medicine located?
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is located in Boston, MA.
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