Pre-Dentistry

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    Pre-professional

Why study Pre-Dentistry at Gustavus?

Start your dentistry career path here by developing strong science skills among a supportive community of peers. Explore electives—from oral health to business management—that help you create a well-rounded professional foundation as you work toward dental school. 

 

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Program Overview

What should I major in if I am considering Pre-Dentistry? Popular majors include:

  • Biology
  • Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
  • Chemistry

The Pre-Dentistry program is supported by the Office of Health Professions.

Course Examples

Course Examples

Here are some courses you could take

Studying Pre-Dentistry at Gustavus, you are able to choose your major and courses based on your interest and career goals. Here are examples of common classes taken by a Pre-Dentistry student.

  • ART-234 Sculpture - Clay Modeling/Bronze Casting
  • BIO-101 Principles of Biology
  • HES-234 Anatomy & Physiology
  • PSY-100 General Psychology
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What Career Paths are Common After Pursuing Pre-Dentistry at Gustavus?

What Career Paths are Common After Pursuing Pre-Dentistry at Gustavus?

A degree from Gustavus provides you with the foundation you need to specialize in certain areas after completing graduate school. Here are examples of what Gustie alumni pursue:

  • Dentist
  • Dental Research
  • Dental Product Development and Technology

$172,290 Average salary 5 years post-graduation—Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau

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After Gustavus

After Gustavus

Gusties who pursue Pre-Dentistry are prepared for a variety of different jobs and graduate programs. Here’s where some of our recent grads have landed in school and where they work afterwards:

  • University of Illinois at Chicago
  • University of Michigan
  • University of Minnesota
  • University of North Carolina
  • Creighton University
  • University of California at San Francisco
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