This New Dental School Has NO REQUIREMENTS?!

Have you heard of the Workman School of Dental Medicine at High Point University? That's right, there's a brand new dental school starting in 2024 that has NO APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS! Watch the video to see what I'm talking about, and let's discuss! Leave a comment!

If you're new to the channel, my name is Eli and I am a 2nd year dental student at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. I went to University of Maryland, College Park for undergrad, and I did a post-bacc program at George Mason and Georgetown Universities, called G Squared.

On my channel I vlog my dental school journey as well as make videos for pre-dental students who want advice on getting into dental school. I didn't have the easiest journey to dental school, and a unique story, as I was interested in medical school for 2 years after graduating before switching to dental. Follow along my journey as a dental student and after I graduate, I want the channel to be a way for young Black men and women to see someone that looks like them working in the healthcare field. Also, share the channel with anyone you think may find it interesting! I appreciate all the support and really want to get my Youtube out there.

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[Godfavorsmi]

I think it’s a great idea ! I’m a respiratory practitioner and have been pursing dentistry since 2013 when I first started college. I’ve never failed a class I have a 3.6 GPA, volunteered, obtained an AA & AS. My journey has been drawn out !!! The only reason I chose a 2 yr program is because I was getting older but dentistry is my passion. I’m currently finishing precalcus for summer and working towards biomedical science program for my bachelors. All this stress and time is frustrating. I’m a mother, full time employee and career student. I am ready for dental school! In other countries right after high school you go into your professional schools only America has prerequisites, I think it’s all about money. It shouldn’t be near impossible if someone wants to become a doctor and better themselves to help others. School is hard enough so I don’t want to be burnt out by preparing for dental school. Let me get there first !😭😭 it’s taking my whole life & I don’t understand why. I’m applying to that school ASAP no Rocky !

[chineduahanonu]

I like what you said that the barrier of entry into dental school is 100% a reason why it’s dominated by white men, let’s not skirt around the issue. That being said, while I have used ochem II a grand total of 0 times in dental school I understand the importance of taking those more difficult classes in undergrad to prepare for the DAT and to prepare for the rigor of dental school. At the end of the day, if the school can train good dentists who can pass the boards and can contribute the the field I don’t see why it’d be a problem.

[alexandrahawkins]

I’m a dental assistant, this is the opportunity of a lifetime for me! I have adhd and have never been good at school, this is my passion. Thank you for telling me about this in depth, the dr. I work with mentioned this

[anthonytaylor]

First, I think everyone can agree on the fact that ALL COLLEGES (Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional) levels ALL HAVE STARTED FROM SOMEWHERE with some kind of process. I believe that this new school deserves that same support and care like every other institution in the world today. 

As a graduate with an undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies but with a good bit of science courses taken within that degree program, I definitely see the pros and cons of this situation. I am definitely interested in applying to dental school and I will honestly say that out of the three schools I want to apply to, that this new school will be one of the choices I apply to. I would love to experience the overall admissions process to see what the results may be. ALL STUDENTS APPLYING TO GRADUATE LEVEL / PROFESSIONAL LEVEL COLLEGES SHOULD MOST DEFINITELY ALREADY HAVE AN UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE OR AT LEAST CLOSE TO GRADUATION WHILE APPLYING. I do think that there should definitely be some form of prerequisites and gpa requirement for any graduate level institution. Even though this school doesn't have a DAT requirement, I know that I will still take the exam later this year because I still feel that the DAT will somewhat still help a person prepare for the rigorous journey of Dental School.

[tareonwjones]

everyone's paths are different. as long as you excel and pass, it really doesn't matter which road you took.

[jamieeakin]

I was wondering about the catch. This is going to make heartland as a company soooo rich, I feel like there will be a contract or something about going into practice for them! It’s a phenomenal opportunity and I’m all for it and ready to apply right now. But on the other side graduation, I worry about how my career will look, in their hands.

[kayp]

Hey Eli!

My friend from undergrad and A friend of my coworker sent me the school, so I applied. I have never been the best standardized test taker (didn’t do well on my dat) and I strongly believe that I may have undiagnosed ADHD (which could be contributing to me not being the best at S.T.). I agree with your pros and cons on the school. I believe that students should AT LEAST go through undergrad and complete the pre-reqs and shadow prior to attending dental school. I also agree, a test score does not determine wether or not you’ll do well in dental school/as a dentist, but I do believe that it prepares you for what is to come in terms of the rigorous amount of material that you’ll be covering while in dental school and the boards. I just hope people take it seriously once they get into the school. Overall, i think it’s a great opportunity.

[Sage-jyjc]

I looked at their website. So they still look at your gpa and all the other stuff, but they use a holistic approach when deciding who to accept. It’s kinda similar to other schools. Not every dental school has a specific gpa or shadow hours requirement but they have suggestions/recommendations. The letter of recommendation that they have is weird. They essentially interview or survey three people…?
I’m curious to see how the students feel after graduating. Like any new school there might be an adjustment period for the staff. And I’m curious to see how other dentists will see/treat these students once they graduate. Will they be brushed off because they went to an “easy” school?

[HURSTROCKET]

I’m 46 years old and have been in dentistry since I was 20. I have an AAS degree in dental technology3.9 GPA (those programs are gone now), and in 2013 I attended a dental school in Texas and got my BS in dental hygiene (top of my class 3.9 GPA). Last 3 years I’ve own a dental practice, do lab work, and hygiene work. I’ve fulfilled everything except being a dentist . The reason being is that as a Mexican American I didn’t have the resources to apply to dental school or undergrad right after high school. I did everything slow and in stages because that was all I could afford.

[imran]

Hmm very intriguing. I'll look into applying to this school as well when it comes time because why not

[joshuagbendah]

After watching this video i have tons of mix feelings about it. As a pre-dental student I think it’s a great opportunity. They’re giving people the opportunity to become dentists, but I also think it is not fair to all the current dental students or doctors that had to put in the extra work to get to where they’re at now.

[JoannBasilio]

You spoke directly to my soul at 7:32 when you said something about not taking organic chemistry 2 as a prereq to get into dental school... I took my final for organic chemistry 2 THIS MORNING. What a coincidence that I'm watching your video right now. I was sitting at my desk looking down at my final exam wondering how I could get into dental school. Realistically, I'm not going to pass this class. I was planning on applying this cycle, but this one class is my hurdle right now. I know its not the end of the world and there are going to be ways around it. It just feels tough at the moment. Thanks for your video!

[schmeat]

Their dental school admissions got delayed one year so there might be adjustments made before their first class

[precautiouswood]

This would be great for a dental assistant who has been in the field for 10 years. I am excited I have been in this field for 22 years. I would apply this . Keep me informed

[foreverloved]

I wonder what the admissions process is going to be like? Especially with no “weed out” factors. Also what would be the attrition rate with no shadowing hours?

[Omariyawdrecations]

So i thank you first off for making this video. I’m planning on attending this school in the near future, I’m a dental assistant and dental hygienist and I’ve worked in dentistry for 12 years, I support a lot of Heartland Dental offices, so I was able to have a discussion with them about it from what I was told they’re accepting Dental assistants and Hygienist’s that are interested. So far I’ve heard about five dental assistants. Getting into the school thus far I feel like someone like myself and others that have so many years of experience working in this career. It’s very beneficial, and after reviewing some of their criteria requirements on their website, previous Dental is recommended but not required. I’ll be soon to contact the school to see what requirements they would like for me as well.

[Jamaicanflava]

How does this affect the student’s probability of getting a good job fresh out of dental school based on the school they attend? Would they receive the same negative stigma a student that attended a Caribbean med school would receive especially if they are great at what they do? How long will it take for them to receive the correct accreditation for them to open in time?

[djmoon]

I think it's a fantastic idea to not have such requirements especially the DAT. I feel this test doesn't in any way test your ability if you will turn out to be a great clinician or not. I feel all schools should look at the application as a whole such as one's experiences in the dental world, community service/engagements, course descriptions during the degree and other motivational characteristics during the interview process rather than weighing DAT highly. We need more schools to remove DAT as a whole.

[paoHF]

I was excited to hear this (esp the no fees, DAT and bachelor degree); however, without shadowing? I wonder what the personal statement would sound like. I am hopeful that the boards are not being waived for sure !

[chinnusai]

Hey hi!!Does this university have international dental program. Do they accept international dental students?