DAT Median
21
GPA Median
3.70
Matriculation Rate
3.7%
Entering class ÷ applications — not an acceptance rate
Class Size
94
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How to Get Into VCU School of Dentistry
To be competitive at VCU School of Dentistry, applicants typically present a DAT score near 21 and a GPA around 3.70. About 3.7% of applicants to VCU School of Dentistry end up enrolling; the school does not publish how many are offered admission. Each entering class is roughly 94 students. The school is located in Richmond, VA. 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 | — | — | — | 2,181 | 95 |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 1,986 | 95 |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 1,942 | 95 |
| 2024 | — | — | — | 2,171 | 95 |
| 2025 | — | — | — | 2,541 | 94 |
Tuition
In-State / Resident
$38,000
$12,383 above program average
Out-of-State / Non-Resident
$62,000
Outcomes
Board/Certification Pass Rate
96%
2027 Application Deadlines
2027 Application Requirements
- Admissions test
- DAT · scores no older than 3 years
- Letters of recommendation
- 1 to 3 lettersVCU requires one committee letter/packet or three letters of recommendation, at least two from life-science professors and one from a dentist who knows the candidate's abilities through shadowing or volunteer work.
- Secondary application
- Not required
- Interview
- An interview is mandatory for acceptance, though an interview does not guarantee a position in the class.
- Experience
- VCU strongly encourages a total of 100-150 hours of general practice shadowing in addition to any specialty practice shadowing prior to submitting an application.
- Also
- A minimum of 90 semester credit hours (or 145 quarter credit hours) from a United States or Canadian accredited institution is required by the date of application.
Required coursework
- General biology · 8 semester hours · with lab
- General chemistry · 8 semester hours · with lab
- Organic chemistry · 8 semester hours · with lab
- College/university physics · 8 semester hours · with lab
- Biochemistry · 3 semester hours
- Math/Stats · 3 semester hours
- English · 3 semester hours
Source: VCU School of Dentistry DDS admission requirements, read September 22, 2026. Requirements change each cycle; confirm on the school's site before you apply.
Data source: VCU School of Dentistry, DDS admission requirements — admitted-candidate average GPA 3.7. DAT not recorded: the page states a 430-440 range on the 200-600 scale, not an average. (2025). Figures reflect the most recently published admission cycle.
VCU School of Dentistry: Frequently Asked Questions
What is VCU School of Dentistry's acceptance rate?
VCU 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 3.7% 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 VCU School of Dentistry?
Admitted students at VCU School of Dentistry have a median DAT score of 21 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.
What GPA do you need to get into VCU School of Dentistry?
The median GPA of admitted students at VCU School of Dentistry is 3.70 (2025 entering class).
How much does VCU School of Dentistry cost?
Annual in-state or resident tuition at VCU School of Dentistry is $38,000. Out-of-state or non-resident tuition is $62,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.
How hard is it to get into VCU School of Dentistry?
Admission to VCU School of Dentistry is competitive: roughly 3.7% of applicants end up enrolling, the median DAT is 21, the median GPA is 3.70. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether VCU School of Dentistry is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and DAT score.
Where is VCU School of Dentistry located?
VCU School of Dentistry is located in Richmond, VA.
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