Doctor of Dental Surgery
A Rewarding Career in Dentistry
Our comprehensive Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program provides students with an academic foundation, hands-on clinical experience and confidence to achieve their long-term goals of being a dentist.
A World-Class Educational Facility
Our students benefit from rigorous academics, methodical training and a commitment to building leaders who improve lives through oral health.
Clinical experiences in year one
Collaborative problem-solving
Work supervised and guided by faculty
Nationally recognized researchers
Large network of nearby hospitals
Our Programs
Become a dentist
This accredited, full-time, four-year professional program is designed for highly qualified candidates who have completed a bachelor's degree or have completed 90 college credit hours toward completion of a bachelor’s degree and are eligible to enroll after completing 120 hours of college credit. Graduates of the program can practice as a DDS in a wide array of healthcare settings.
Learn the business side of dentistry
Combine the clinical acumen of the dental profession with a deeper understanding of business and management essentials with a combined DDS/MBA, in conjunction with the Henry W. Bloch School of Management.
Reserve your seat
Students completing their sophomore year of college and who are residents of Missouri or Kansas can apply directly for a reserved seat in a future dental class.
Explore a career in dentistry
Are you a high school student interested in becoming a dentist? Get hands-on experience in a dental setting and learn how to become a successful candidate for dental school.Shadow a current student
Sign up to sit chairside with one of our current DDS students.
Connect with an admissions counselor
Get your questions answered by a knowledgeable admissions counselor.
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We offer in-person or virtual tours and visits.
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