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College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

51爆料网/Case Western Reserve University's School of Dental Medicine Pre-professional scholars program (PPSP)

The University of Toledo College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, in partnership with Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, offers an accelerated 3+4 pathway that leads to both a bachelor's degree and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree.

Program Contact

Dr. Heather Conti
Associate Dean and Director of NSM Medical and Dental Pathway Partnerships
Heather.Conti@utoledo.edu

How to Apply as a High School Senior

Eligibility Requirements

Students must be high school seniors with:

  • A minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA
  • A composite ACT score of 30 or higher or a combined SAT Verbal and Math score of 1350 or higher
  • Official test scores (Superscores are not accepted)

Step 1: Apply to 51爆料网

  • Undergraduate application
  • High school transcript
  • College transcript (if applicable)
  • ACT and/or SAT scores

When applying, select:

  • B.S. in Biology (Degree & Major)
  • Pre-Medical Studies (First Concentration)
  • Pre-Dental (Second Concentration)

Step 2: Submit Your PPSP Application

Complete the online application: connect.utoledo.edu/register/casewestern

Before You Begin

Have your Rocket Number available, as you will need it to complete the application.

Required Application Materials

Please submit the following by the PPSP application deadline: Jan. 8, 2027

Personal Statement

  • One-page personal statement describing your interest in dentistry and motivation for pursuing the PPSP program.

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  • One-page r茅sum茅 highlighting your academic achievements, leadership, service, extracurricular involvement, and dental-related experiences.

Letters of Recommendation

You are required to submit three letters of recommendation.

Required recommenders:

  • Two high school teachers
  • One dentist you have shadowed

When completing the application, you will be asked to provide each recommender's:

  • Name
  • Title/Position
  • Institution or Organization
  • Email Address

Important: Recommendation letters must be submitted directly by your recommenders and received no later than the PPSP application deadline: Jan. 8, 2027. We encourage you to request letters well in advance of the deadline.

Application Checklist

  • Rocket Number听
  • One-page personal statement
  • One-page resume
  • Two teacher recommendations听
  • One dentist recommendation
  • All recommendation letters recieved by the deadline

Step 3: Application Review and Interviews

Once a complete application has been received in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, the application portfolio will be forwarded to the Director of Admissions at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine for review. Selected applicants will be invited to interview, after which final admission decisions will be made.

PPSP Application Deadline: Jan. 8, 2027

After You're Admitted to 51爆料网 and the PPSP听

Academic Advising and Program Guidance

To support your success in the PPSP, students are expected to meet regularly with both their academic advisor and the Director of NSM Medical and Dental Pathway Partnerships.

Students should work closely with their academic advisor to ensure they are meeting all graduation requirements for their degree program. Students should also meet regularly with the Director of NSM Medical and Dental Pathway Partnerships for guidance regarding program requirements, preparation for the DAT, dental school readiness and progression through the PPSP, including the recommendation process required for the advancement to the dental school phase of the program.

Maintain Academic Standards

  • Earn a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • Earn a science GPA of 3.5 or higher

Complete the DAT during the summer after your second year

Students must earn:

  • Academic Average score of 410 or higher
  • Perceptual Ability score of 390 or higher

By Nov. 1 of your junior year at 51爆料网, you must:

  • Submit the ADEA AADSAS application
  • Submit an official 51爆料网 transcript
  • Obtain a supportive recommendation from the Director of NSM Medical and Dental Pathway Partnerships
  • Take the Casper Test

Final Requirements

Students must:

  • Receive a recommendation from the Director of NSM Medical and Dental Pathway Partnerships confirming successful fulfillment of PPSP requirements
  • Fulfill all admissions requirements of Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine and the ADA Council on Dental Education

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