#  Bridge to Dental School Program 

 



#  Bridge to Dental School Program 

Prepare for a future in dentistry with the **Bridge to Dental School Program** at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Led by HSDM’s DMD students, this award-winning program provides expert guidance on crafting a competitive dental school application, mastering the DAT, and building connections with mentors and peers.

**Applications are closed.** [**See how you can stay connected.**](#connect)



 

 

 

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The **Bridge to Dental School** program, led by current DMD students from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM), offers an interactive, supportive pathway for aspiring dental students. This **virtual program, hosted on Zoom,** provides comprehensive preparation for crafting a competitive dental school application, including:

- Study Tips for the Dental Admission Test (DAT)
- Personal Statement and Resume Writing
- Interviewing Skills
- Insights into the Dental School Curriculum

Participants will gain valuable advice on graduate studies in oral health, post-graduation plans, and the dental profession. The program fosters meaningful connections with mentors and peers, extending well beyond the sessions, and concludes with a Certificate of Completion from HSDM.

*Bridge to Dental School runs in both the summer and fall, and applications open prior to each session. Prospective students should be on the lookout for upcoming application announcements.*

## Benefits

- **Mentorship:** Learn from HSDM student ambassadors and peers.
- **Recognition:** Certificate of Completion awarded at the end.

## Requirements

- Applicants must have completed at least one semester of college or hold a degree from a higher education institution.
- Applicants must intend to apply to dental school in the future and have not submitted a dental school application before the program start date.
- Previous participants are not eligible to reapply.
- Participants must attend all eight sessions, actively engage, and complete assigned tasks.
- Participants should keep cameras on during sessions unless prior approval is granted.

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*This program is open and welcoming to all eligible participants regardless of identity. This approach is consistent with Harvard University’s commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all programming.*



 

 

 

##  Applications are currently closed 

Complete the interest form to receive updates about the next application cycle. Applications for the Fall/Winter cycle are expected to open in **early October**.



 

 



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