Pre-Dentistry, A.A.
The Pre-Dentistry A.A. program provides a foundation in the sciences and other coursework that may support your preparation for dental school. Because dental school prerequisites and transfer requirements vary, work with an academic advisor and confirm requirements with the schools you plan to attend.
What Can You Do with a Degree in Pre-Dentistry?
You can use the degree to prepare for transfer and continue your education toward
dental school. The A.A. itself does not qualify you to practice as a dentist. Dental
school admission requirements differ, so plan your courses with an advisor and verify
that they meet the prerequisites of your intended programs.
The Pre-Dentistry A.A. is typically a starting point for further education鈥攏ot a qualification
to practice dentistry. After completing a bachelor鈥檚 degree or required prerequisite
coursework, earning a dental degree, and meeting applicable licensing requirements,
graduates may pursue careers as dentists. Dentists work in private practices, clinics,
hospitals, public health programs, and academic or research settings.
Suggested Curriculum
The courses below are recommended as part of your program of study. Please work with
your Academic Advisor to select the courses that are right for you and your educational
goals.
Area A: Communication (9 credits)
- ENG 101 Composition I (C1 900) - with a grade of C or better
- ENG 102 Composition II (C1 901R) - with a grade of C or better
- COMM 101 Principles of Communication (C2 900)
Area B: Humanities and Fine Arts (9 credits)
Select three courses from the list for Area B with at least one course from humanities and one course from fine arts.
Area C: Mathematics (5 credits)
Select one math course from the list for Area C. Select the appropriate math course for the baccalaureate major you plan to pursue.
Area D: Physical and Life Sciences (9 credits)
- BIOL 112 Organismal Biology (L1 910L; BIO 910)
- CHEM 110 General Chemistry I (P1 902L; CHM 911)
Area E: Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 credits)
Select three courses in at least two different disciplines from the list for Area E.
- BIOL 111 Cellular and Molecular Biology (IAI: BIO 910; L1 910L)
- CHEM 130 General Chemistry II (CHM 912)
- CHEM 203 Organic Chemistry I (CHM 913)
- PHYSI 120 College Physics I (P1 900L)
- PHYSI 130 College Physics II
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a 91重口 advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
Contact Information
Gail Szewczyk
Program Coordinator
Phone: 708-709-3714
Email: gszewczyk@prairiestate.edu
Phone: 708-709-3714
Email: gszewczyk@prairiestate.edu
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