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Admissions Information

WesternU’s College of Dental Medicine is committed to establishing a quality, innovative program that prepares you for success, whether in private practice, community service, research or academics. Our four-year program will allow you to learn with an integrated team of health professionals in a part of the country with a wealth of clinical opportunities. Consistent with the WesternU philosophy, the faculty of the College of Dental Medicine will actively partner with you to help you become a humane, sensitive, and technically competent healthcare professional.

CDM Assistant Professor Grant Burdick, DDS, with fourth-year student

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Our Admissions representatives are standing by ready to help you navigate the application process. Get started on your path to a rewarding degree in Dental Medicine today.
  • International Students

    Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) welcomes international students and their families to our diverse university community.

    International Student Services (ISS) is responsible for providing support and assistance in immigration advising, maintaining immigration status, maintaining information and documents on foreign students and their dependents in the Student and exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), staying current with rules and regulations and interpreting and applying the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security.

    International Students

  • Veterans Benefits

    Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.

    Veterans Benefits

  • Upcoming Events
    • DMD Drop-In Group Advising Session

      Monday, October 21 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree program? Join our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students have an opportunity to ask a member of our admissions team your application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

    • IDP Drop-In Group Advising

      Thursday, October 24 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Are you interested in WesternU’s DMD – International Dentist Program (DMD-IDP) and have questions about our admissions process? Attend our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have an opportunity to ask your specific application questions. Learn more from our admissions team member about navigating the admissions process and how to become a competitive applicant.

    • Financial Aid Webinar: How to navigate your investment into Dental School

      Thursday, October 24 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    • DMD Drop-In Group Advising Session

      Thursday, November 14 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

    • WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus

      Saturday, November 16 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to:
      – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights
      – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more
      – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences
      – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops
      – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements
      – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success

    • IDP Drop-In Group Advising Session

      Monday, November 18 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

      Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s International Doctor of Dental Medicine pathway program? Join our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students have an opportunity to ask a member of our admissions team your application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

    • IDP Drop-In Group Advising Session

      Thursday, November 21 at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

      Are you interested in WesternU’s DMD – International Dentist Program (DMD-IDP) and have questions about our admissions process? Attend our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have an opportunity to ask your specific application questions. Learn more from our admissions team member about navigating the admissions process and how to become a competitive applicant.