DAT Median
21
19–23 range
GPA Median
3.55
3.38–3.72 range
Matriculation Rate
5.24%
Entering class ÷ applications — not an acceptance rate
Class Size
143
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How to Get Into USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry
To be competitive at USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, applicants typically present a DAT score near 21 (middle 50%: 19–23) and a GPA around 3.55 (3.38–3.72). About 5.24% of applicants to USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry end up enrolling; the school does not publish how many are offered admission. Each entering class is roughly 143 students. The school is located in Los Angeles, CA. 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 | — | — | — | 2,443 | 144 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 2,252 | 144 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 2,374 | 143 |
| 2024 | 21 | 3.76 | 5.5% | 2,618 | 144 |
| 2025 | — | — | — | 2,730 | 143 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$88,000
$62,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$88,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
96%
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Apply through
- ADEA AADSAS · $85 fee
- Admissions test
- DAT · scores no older than 3 years
- Letters of recommendation
- One letter of recommendation from a dentist and two letters from lecture-based science professors in biology, chemistry or physics are required; a committee letter may be substituted.
- Also
- A minimum of 60 semester units with a grade of C or better must be completed or in progress when applying.
Required coursework
- General biology · 1 year lecture and 1 year lab · with lab
- General physics · 1 year lecture and 1 year lab · with lab
- Inorganic/general chemistry · 1 year lecture and 1 year lab · with lab
- Organic chemistry · 1 year lecture and 1 year lab · with lab
- English composition · 1 year
- Philosophy, history or fine arts · 1 year · Waived if the applicant holds a bachelor's degree from an accredited US or Canadian college prior to starting dental school.
Source: USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry DDS admissions, 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.
USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry: Frequently Asked Questions
What is USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry's acceptance rate?
USC Herman Ostrow 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 5.24% 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 USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry?
Admitted students at USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry 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 USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry?
The median GPA of admitted students at USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is 3.55, with a middle-50% range of 3.38 to 3.72 (2025 entering class).
How much does USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is $88,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry?
Admission to USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is competitive: roughly 5.24% 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 USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry located?
USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is located in Los Angeles, CA.
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