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's 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 at some of the best programs in the country. 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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