University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Interested in becoming outstanding ethical professionals Open to a challenge Invigorated by a diverse atmosphere Seeking to contribute to the common good ID: 616346
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Lola Lawal, Interim Director of Diversity and Inclusion
University of Detroit MercySchool of DentistrySlide2
Interested in becoming outstanding, ethical professionalsOpen to a challengeInvigorated by a diverse atmosphere
Seeking to contribute to the common goodWe Seek Students:Slide3
Develop competent, socially and ethically sensitive healthcare professionals who are committed to patient care and community wellness.
Be a leader in advancing health in a diverse and global society.Mission & VisionSlide4
Fulfill all academic prerequisites
Take the Dental Admission Test (DAT) and send scores directly from the Dental Association (either American or Canadian) AADSAS Application: Apply through the Associated American Dental Schools Application Service (AADSAS) including submittal of all official transcripts, DAT scores and letters of recommendation. Once your AADSAS application is received by the UDM Office of Dental Admissions, an acknowledgement will be sent to you via email
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Supplemental Application:
Submit a passport size (2"x2") photo with your signature on the back (for identification purposes), and a supplemental application fee of $125.00 (U.S. funds), made payable to "UDM School of Dentistry" by money order
Applying to our Program
(
June 1
through February 1)Slide5
You must complete a MINIMUM of the following:
6 semester hours English8 semester hours Biology8 semester hours Inorganic/General Chemistry8 semester hours Organic Chemistry8 semester hours Physics3-4 semester hours Microbiology3-4 semester hours BiochemistryAll science courses include laboratory component
DDS Program – Preparation
Prerequisite CoursesSlide6
Comparative Anatomy PhysiologyCell Biology
Molecular GeneticsHistologyVirologyImmunology EmbryologyStatisticsPsychologySociologyBusiness
DDS Program – Preparation
Recommended Additional Courses
*These course should be 300 level or above*Slide7
DAT
Note: DAT scores older than two years from the time of the test are not acceptableGPABCP (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)Science
Cumulative
Grades of C or higher are expected in prerequisite courses; however,
high B grades
or higher are truly more competitive.
Difficulty of Curriculum
(15-18 credit hours/heavily-weighted in the biological sciences)
Achievement Within a
Challenging Curriculum
(dissect curriculum/achievements)
Academic Improvement
(within a challenging science curriculum)
Selection CriteriaSlide8
Personal StatementLetters of Recommendation
A composite letter of recommendation is required from the applicant's college/university pre-professional advisory committee. ORminimum of two letters from science faculty within non plant or non-environmental disciplines of biology, chemistry or physics - by whom the candidate has been instructedANDA letter from a practicing dentist that you have shadowedExtracurricular Activities/Community ServiceLeadership RolesMotivation for Pursuing ProfessionMinimum of 60 hours shadowing a General Dentist
Fitness for the Profession/Ethics & Values
Selection Criteria
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CurriculumDS1: Biomedical sciences, clinical experiences, dental sciences, ethics, preclinical courses
DS2: Preclinical courses, behavioral sciences, biomedical sciences, patient care experiences.D3 Clinic/patient care experiences, courses series in pediatrics, oral surgery, periodontics, pharmacology, endodontics, ethics and others.DS4: Clinic/patient care and offsite experiences, implants practice management, electives.*Continue to build on foundation courses
Dental School AcademicsSlide10
Gross Anatomy IGeneral and Oral HistologyBiochemistry
ImmunologyPhysiology I (Wk. 10-18)Periodontics IRestorative IEssentials of Clinical PracticeProfessional Ethics and Responsibility Development IFoundations of Evidence-Based DentistryPsychological Aspects of DentistryDS1 Fall Term Course ListSlide11
DS1 Fall Term Schedule GridSlide12
Academic rigor/high expectations.
Three terms for each academic year (Fall, Winter, Summer)40+ hours/week of coursework, pre-clinic/clinical activities and studying.Faculty include:DentistsScientists
Dental Hygienists
Other providers
eg
.: RN, psychologist
Dental School AcademicsSlide13
Pre-clinical experiences, in conjunction with didactic courses, prepare the student to provide comprehensive dental care to a broad range of patients
Clinics include: Corktown CampusUniversity Health CenterOutreach rotations eg. Community based and FlintMobile Van8-foot mobile dental coach, which is an eight chair clinic; four chairs are inside of the van and four chairs are portable units that are set-up on-site, on-location. Throughout the academic year, the clinic travels to local participating schools in Detroit and Wayne County to provide comprehensive care for K-12 children. Treatment is performed by dental students under supervision of a licensed dentist and/or dental hygienist faculty.
Clinical ExperiencesSlide14
Big Sibling Program Office of Financial AidOffice of the Registrar
Office of Diversity and InclusionOffice of Community Outreach Campus Ministry & Worship Opportunities The Student ExperienceResources for Student successSlide15
Alpha Omega (Dental Fraternity)
American Student Dental AssociationAmerican Dental Education AssociationCanadian Dental Student AssociationChristian Dental AssociationDelta Sigma Delta (Dental Fraternity)Muslim Dental Student AssociationStudent National Dental AssociationStudent Research Group
The Student Experience
Resources for Student successSlide16
Hispanic Student Dental AssociationAdvanced Technologies in Cosmetic Dentistry
Forensic Dentistry ClubAlliance for InclusionKorean Student Dental AssociationStudent Professional & Ethics AssociationOral and Maxillofacial Surgery SocietyPeriodontal Implant Study ClubOrthodontics ClubPublic Health ClubDetroit Mercy Fit ClubThe Student Experience
Resources for Student successSlide17
Student Government EventsLeadership OpportunitiesRegional & National Conferences
Humanitarian Mission TripsOutreach & Community Service OpportunitiesThe Detroit Mercy Dental FamilyThe Student ExperienceResources for Student successSlide18
Office of Academic Administration Campus Facilities & Operation
School of Dentistry LibraryFaculty-Student Mentoring ProgramAcademic Support InitiativesTutoringGroup ReviewAcademic Success WorkshopsThe Student ExperienceResources for Academic SuccessSlide19
Cultural AttractionsNightlifeSports
Theatre & Performing Arts
Travel
The Student Experience
DetroitSlide20
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is a newly created office that falls under the Office of Student Services and Enrollment Management
The office has two full time staffInterim Director of Diversity and InclusionDirector of Diversity, Intercultural, and Sponsored ProgramsOur roles here at the School of DentistryRecruitment Programming for Students, Staff, and FacultyPre-Dental Pipeline ProgramsCultural Competency TrainingCreating a More Inclusive Environment
Office of Diversity and InclusionSlide21
The Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) provides educational and professional development experiences for underrepresented minorities (URM) and/or disadvantaged students so that they can successfully gain admission into dental school and pursue a career in Dentistry. SEP is a 4-week residential program that provides free housing and DAT preparation, and a stipend to cover food and travel expenses. The components of SEP include:
Preparation for the Dental Admission Test (provided by Kaplan Test Prep)Personalized assistance with the dental school application processAdmissions and financial aid workshopsInterview preparationHands-on Simulation Laboratory activitiesObservations in the dental clinic and/or other primary care sites
Conversations with faculty about dental specialties
Academic success, professional development, and cultural competency seminars
Networking events with students, staff, faculty, alumni, and local dental professionals
Complimentary social outings including tours of Detroit, and trips to museums and sporting events.
Summer Enrichment ProgramSlide22
Diversity OF Class of 2020Slide23
DAT Score Averages
Academic Average20.5
PAT
20.5
Math
19
Reading Comp.
21
Biology
20
Inorganic Chem.
21
Organic Chem.
21
Total Science
20.5
Class of 2020Slide24
2016/17 Tuition & Fees
Year in DDS Program
1
2
3
4
Tuition
$68,828
$68,828
$68,828
$68,828
Dental Equipment Purchase
1,585
3,425
185
65
Dental Instrument Rental Fee
5,500
5,500
5,500
5,500
Dental Activity Fee
50
50
50
50
Dental IT Fee
2,030
0
0
0
Dental ASDA Membership
110
110
110
110
Dental Equipment Replacement
200
200
200
200
Health Insurance
2,185
2,185
2,185
2,185
Books and Supplies
1,200
1,800
700
210
Total Tuition & Fees:
$81,688
$82,098
$77,758
$77,148
Housing Expense
(Living with Parents)
13,761
13,733
13,63713,794(Living without Parents)22,70322,67423,57922,736TOTAL EXPENSES for Residents and Non-Residents (Tuition, Fees, & Housing):Living with Parents$95,449 $95,831 $91,395 $90,942 Living without Parents$104,391 $104,772 $101,337 $99,884
Cost to AttendSlide25
To be eligible to receive federal student aid, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or a citizen of the freely associated states. Estimated Financial Assistance
Financial Aid
Estimated Financial Assistance
Example
for student Year 1
Year 4
Health Professions Loan
7,000
7,000
Unsubsidized Stafford Loan
44,944
40,500
Grad PLUS Loan
52,447
52,384
Total
$104,391
$99,884 Slide26
Angela Orlando
Financial Aid CoordinatorPhone: (313)494-6617Email: orlandan@udmercy.eduOffice of Financial AidSlide27
Email
: dental@udmercy.edu Phone: (313)494-6611 Fax: (313)494-6659
Mail
all
materials to:
Office of Dental Admissions
University of Detroit Mercy
School of Dentistry
2700 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
Detroit,
MI
48208-2576
Office of Dental AdmissionsSlide28
Lola Lawal Interim Director of Diversity and Inclusion
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.Detroit, MI 48208Office: (313) 494-6957Fax: (313) 494-6627Email:
lawaloo@udmercy.edu
Contact InformationSlide29
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