The Meharry Medical College Doctor of Dental Surgery program prepares the next generation of compassionate dental professionals to serve their communities with excellence. Our comprehensive four-year curriculum combines rigorous didactic coursework with hands-on pre-clinical and clinical experiences, providing you with the diverse knowledge base, technical skills, and professional competencies essential for successful general dentistry practice. Through our interdisciplinary approach, you’ll develop not only clinical expertise but also the critical thinking abilities and commitment to lifelong learning that will serve you throughout your career.
We understand that dental education is demanding and requires dedication, but our supportive faculty and staff are committed to working alongside you every step of the way as you develop the clinical competencies, ethical values, and professionalism that define outstanding dental practitioners who make a meaningful difference in their patients’ lives.
Our rigorous curriculum is dynamic and under continuous review to incorporate contemporary trends in dental education and practice, ensuring an evidence-based academic program that meets the highest standards.
Years 1-2 (D1-D2): Foundation Learning
The first two years focus primarily on classroom and laboratory instruction in biomedical, behavioral and pre-clinical dental sciences. Students are introduced to clinical settings early in their education to begin applying theoretical knowledge.
Years 3-4 (D3-D4): Clinical Practice
The final two years emphasize hands-on clinical skill development under faculty supervision across all areas of dental practice. Students provide comprehensive patient care and gain additional experience in hospitals, public health facilities and other community settings.
Graduation Requirements
Students who successfully complete the prescribed academic and clinical program while demonstrating high ethical and moral standards earn the Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree.
Information about scholarships and financial aid opportunities is available through the Meharry Office of Financial Aid.
Office of Admissions & Recruitment
Meharry Medical College
Division of Student Affairs
1005 Dr. D. B. Todd, Jr. Blvd.
Nashville, Tennessee 37208-3599
Fax: 615.327.6228
Email: admissions@mmc.edu
