University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
DAT Median
470
GPA Median
3.85
Matriculation Rate
5.94%
Entering class ÷ applications — not an acceptance rate
Class Size
178
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How to Get Into University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
To be competitive at University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, applicants typically present a DAT score near 470 and a GPA around 3.85. About 5.94% of applicants to University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine end up enrolling; the school does not publish how many are offered admission. Each entering class is roughly 178 students. The school is located in Philadelphia, PA. 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 | — | — | — | 2,159 | 150 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 2,211 | 150 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 2,542 | 158 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 2,852 | 167 |
| 2025 | 470 | 3.85 | 5.94% | 2,999 | 178 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$82,000
$56,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$82,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
97%
Student Body
Total Applicants
2,999
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- ADEA AADSAS · $100 fee
- Admissions test
- DAT
- Letters of recommendation
- 1 to 2 lettersA minimum of two letters from professors (preferably from your major course of study) or a committee letter prepared by the school's prehealth advisor and/or a committee familiar with the applicant's academic abilities is required.
- Secondary application
- By invitation
- Interview
- Interviews (by invitation only) are held weekly from September through March.
- Experience
- Applicants must apply with a minimum of 100 hours of dental observation completed prior to application submission of which 50 hours must occur in one or more general dental practices.
- Also
- DAT scores from test dates starting January 2024 and later are required for the 2026-2027 admissions cycle.
Required coursework
- General Biology · two semester/three quarter general biology sequence · with lab
- Chemistry (general + organic combination) · three semesters/five quarters · with lab
- Biochemistry · one semester/one quarter
- Physics · two semester/three quarter sequence · with lab
- Mathematics · one semester/two quarters
- English Composition · two semesters/three quarters
Source: Penn Dental Medicine DMD admissions, read September 22, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
Data source: Penn Dental Medicine, Class of 2029 Facts & Figures 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.
University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine: Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine's acceptance rate?
University of Pennsylvania 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 5.94% 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 University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine?
Admitted students at University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have a median DAT score of 470 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine?
The median GPA of admitted students at University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine is 3.85 (2025 entering class).
How much does University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine is $82,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine?
Admission to University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine is competitive: roughly 5.94% of applicants end up enrolling, the median DAT is 470, the median GPA is 3.85. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine located?
University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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