Frequently Asked Questions for 2011-2012 Admissions Cycle

Q: I’ve heard that the Roseman University of Health Sciences has a unique educational approach. Where can I learn more about these unique features?

A: Yes. To find out more about our unique educational approach, visit: Educational Philosophy

Q: How do I apply for Roseman’s DMD program?

A: The College of Dental Medicine (CODM) receives applications through the American Dental Education Association’s AADSAS service. Applicants can obtain information on the application process by visiting http://www.adea.org/DENTAL_EDUCATION_PATHWAYS/AADSAS/APPLICANTS/Pages/default.aspx.

Preference will be shown to candidates who submit the complete AADSAS application and the application processing fee on or before December 31st.  The College of Dental Medicine reviews applications on a rolling basis. 

Q: Do I need to submit other materials directly to the Roseman CODM?

A: Yes. At the same time you submit your application through AADSAS, please send the following to the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs at the address shown below:

·     $75 application fee made payable in U.S. dollars to Roseman University of Health Sciences

·     Please include a 3x5 card with your full and preferred names, AADSAS ID, DENTPIN, email address and preferred phone number.

Office of Admissions and Student Affairs 
College of Dental Medicine 
Roseman University of Health Sciences 
10920 S. Riverfront Parkway 
South Jordan, UT 84095

Q: Does the Roseman CODM require a secondary application?

A: No. The College of Dental Medicine does not require a secondary application.

Q: Does Roseman CODM give preference to in-state students?

A: No. Roseman University is a private institution and we welcome applicants from any state or territory of the United States, Canada and other foreign countries. Applicants who are not U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents are encouraged to review University policies on International students at the following link: International Students. Each applicant’s credentials will be reviewed by the same criteria.

Q: Does Roseman CODM require official transcripts and DAT scores at the time of application?

A: No. The American Dental Association uploads official U.S. DAT scores directly to AADSAS.  Since the AADSAS application includes official scores, students do not need to provide this information separately.  Official Canadian DAT scores are not yet uploaded to AADSAS. The CODM will accept self‐reported Canadian DAT scores for the initial review of applications. The Official Canadian DAT score reports must be received prior to final acceptance.  The CODM reserves the right to request official DAT scores for any individual offered admission to the College or in cases where academic information may be inconsistent.  Similarly, grades reported in the AADSAS application are considered sufficient for the initial evaluation of files. Accepted students must request, and CODM must receive, official transcripts directly from all post-secondary institutions attended by the student prior to matriculation. If transcripts are not received prior to matriculation, the student’s registration will be put on hold.  The CODM reserves the right to withdraw or defer an offer of acceptance if required transcripts are not timely received. If the CODM requires an official DAT score report for a specific student, the same policy will apply.

Q: Does Roseman CODM have minimum GPA requirements?

A: Yes. Although the CODM evaluates each student’s record on an individual basis, the candidate must have achieved a minimum science GPA of 2.8 in undergraduate, professional and graduate studies to be eligible for consideration to the DMD program.  When evaluating the student’s success in science courses, CODM will consider the higher of the AADSAS Science GPA or the GPA for science courses completed within the last three years in its admissions decisions. Students who have not achieved the minimum science GPA will not be admitted to the program.

Q: Does Roseman CODM have minimum DAT score requirements?

A: The Admissions Committee considers DAT scores on an individual basis as part of its evaluation of the candidate’s entire academic record.  To be considered for admission, scores on Academic Average, Total Science, Reading Comprehension and Perceptual Ability must be 17 or higher.  Competitive scores will generally be 18 or higher on Academic Average, Reading Comprehension, Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and the Perceptual Ability Test.  The highest score from the last three administrations will be used to assess candidate performance.  DAT scores older than three years at the time of application will not be accepted.

If a candidate has not achieved a score of 17 on Academic Average, Total Science, Reading Comprehension and Perceptual Ability, the candidate’s file will be put on hold pending receipt of new scores.  If these scores are not achieved, the applicant will be denied admission for that cycle. Candidates are encouraged to access information about the DAT at: http://www.ada.org/dat.aspx.

Q: What prerequisite courses are required for admission to the Roseman CODM?

A: In general, successful applicants will have completed the following courses (or their equivalents) that are approved for pre-dental or health science majors at their institution(s):

•     Four semester courses (six preferred) in Biological Sciences* (with laboratories if offered)

•     Two semester courses in Inorganic Chemistry with laboratory

•     Two semester courses in Organic Chemistry (with laboratories if offered)

•     One semester course in Biochemistry

•     Two semester courses in Physics

•     Two semester courses in communications: these are designed to develop skills essential for effective communication with health care professionals, patients, staff and others involved with the practice of dentistry.  There are many ways students can fulfill the communications prerequisite including, but not limited to, the following**:

·     English, composition, creative, business, technical or scientific writing courses (one writing intensive course is required);

·     Literature or Philosophy courses (if writing intensive);

·     Communication courses focusing on speech, debate, public speaking or interpersonal relationships;

·     Journalism courses emphasizing interviewing, reporting, or editing;

·     Psychology, Counseling or Education courses that include a supervised practicum or field experience;

·     Theater courses that include acting experience.

* Biologically‐oriented courses in other disciplines, such as physical anthropology with lab or field experience, may satisfy the biology prerequisite if approved by the health professions advisor.

** English as a Second Language coursework does not meet the communications requirement.

CODM recognizes that some institutions have developed a unique sequence of courses for pre-dental and premedical majors to fulfill these requirements.

Candidates who complete a unique, non‐traditional, pre-dental curriculum are asked to submit a letter from their pre-health professions advisor or science faculty advisor detailing the course of study.  Narrative transcripts will be accepted for courses or from institutions that use pass/non‐pass grading systems or those that do not use grades.  Students who submit academic information from institutions outside of the United States or Canada should contact the Admissions Office for specific requirements for transcript evaluation and translation services.

Q: Does Roseman CODM require a baccalaureate degree upon admission to the program?

A: No. Although the CODM encourages applicants to complete their degree programs, a degree is not required for admission.  A student may pursue any major, provided she or he fulfills the science and communications coursework prerequisites prior to matriculation into the DMD program.

Students must have completed a minimum of 60 semester credit hours (90 quarter hours) to be eligible for consideration.

Q: Does Roseman CODM have a limit on community college coursework?

A: No. The CODM will accept coursework completed at a community college if those courses transfer as equivalent to pre-dental level courses at a four‐year college or university. 

Q: Does Roseman CODM require Letters of Evaluation?

A: Yes. Letters of Evaluation are required by the CODM.  If a student is attending a school that has a health professions advisory committee, a letter of evaluation from the Committee is required.  If a student is attending a school that does not provide committee letters, three letters of evaluation are required.  Two of these letters must be from science faculty who can evaluate the applicant’s performance in the sciences.  The third letter can be from another faculty member (any field) or from a health professional who knows the student well, except family members.

Q: How does the Roseman CODM select students for interviews?

A: Each candidate’s application is considered on an individual basis by the Admissions Committee. Factors that may be considered are detailed in the catalog, pages 85-91. The Roseman University 2011-2012 Student Catalog can be found at the following link: Handbooks and Catalog

Q: Where is the Annual Safety Report?

A: The Annual Safety Report is located in the following link: Annual Safety Report

Q: How many seats are available in the class?

A: For the 2011-2012 cycle, there will be approximately 80 seats in the class.

Q: Is the program accredited?

A: The dental education program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation status of “initial accreditation”. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (312) 440-4653 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. The Commission’s web address is http://www.ada.org/100.aspx.

Q: What is the tuition cost for the DMD program?

A: TUITION AND FEES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2011-2012

Fees and tuition must be approved annually by the University Board of Trustees.  Historically, tuition increases at the University have averaged about 5% each year. 

Additional information can be found in the 2011-2012 Roseman University Catalog that can be found here: Handbooks and Catalog