Pre-Professional
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Dentistry prepares students for dental school with a strong foundation in biology or chemistry, though no specific major is required.
Prepare for Dental School with a Strong Scientific and Ethical Foundation
At Bethany, students pursuing Pre-Dentistry receive personalized advising to help them meet dental school prerequisites and stay on track for application timelines. With small class sizes and hands-on lab experience, students build a solid foundation in the sciences while also developing strong communication and ethical reasoning skills through a liberal arts education.
Students interested in attending dental school most often complete a biology or chemistry major, though there is no required major. Most dental schools prefer students with a broad undergraduate education that includes a number of required and recommended courses.
Pre-Dentistry Course List
Typical Required Coursework:
- Two semesters of writing courses (ENGL110 College Writing I or 213)
- Two semesters of general chemistry (CHEM113 General Chemistry I and Lab)
- Two semesters of organic chemistry (CHEM215 Organic Chemistry I and Lab)
- One semester of general biochemistry (CHEM323 General Biochemistry and Lab)
- Two semesters of general biology (BIOL151 General Biology I and Lab)
- Two semesters of college physics (PHYS151 College Physics I and Lab)
- One semester of college algebra (MATH111)
Recommended:
- BIOL215 Invertebrate Zoology and Lab or BIOL216 Vertebrate Zoology and Lab
- BIOL221 Human Anatomy and Lab
- BIOL222 Human Physiology and Lab
- BIOL340 Genetics and Lab
- BIOL360 Microbiology and Lab
- BIOL491 Introduction to Human Gross Anatomy
- MATH120 Introduction to Statistics
- PSYC100 General Psychology
It is suggested that students finish the required coursework by their junior year so they are prepared to take the Dental Admission Test (DAT) before their senior year.
Take a Closer Look
In order to get a better idea of what your classes and schedule could possibly look like for this major, take a look at the Sample Academic Plan.
To view the most recent course list and requirements for the Pre-Dentistry major, please consult the Academic Catalog.
Next Steps
Interested in studying at Bethany? Scheduling a campus visit is a great way to see what we have to offer. You can meet professors or sit in on a class too! Contact our admissions office to learn more.
