Dental Surgery Professional Disclosure
The University of Utah discloses below whether the Dental Surgery program will fulfill state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure and/or certification. Some state licensing boards require additional requirements beyond education, which may include (but are not limited to): additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure. Make sure you understand and review any additional requirements prior to enrolling in the Dental Surgery program.
The University of Utah’s DDS Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). CODA accreditation is typically used when verifying if a program meets educational requirements for licensure.
State licensing requirements are always subject to change at the discretion of the state licensing board. The University will routinely update this page, but we strongly recommend you inquire with the applicable state board to confirm your eligibility for licensure prior to enrolling in the Dental Surgery program. For any questions regarding licensure, please contact the state/territory agency directly.
Licensing requirements vary by state/territory and relocating could impact whether you will meet eligibility requirements for licensure. For any questions about relocation eligibility, contact the agency where you desire licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.
Carefully review the educational prerequisites for your intended state/territory of licensure and whether our program meets those requirements for licensure. Use the agency contact information provided below to clarify or confirm any requirements.
If questions remain after reviewing the information provided below, contact your program advisor. While the University can provide initial guidance, it is ultimately your responsibility to continually check with the state/territory where you intend to seek licensure to confirm all licensing/certification requirements.
If a state or territory is not listed below, this means that the University of Utah has not yet determined if this program meets educational requirements for licensure in that state or territory. Please email stateauthorization@utah.edu to learn more.
Find a State or Territory:
The University of Utah's Dental Surgery program meets state/territory educational requirements* for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories as of the most recently listed update date:
* Additional requirements beyond education may include (but are not limited to) post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing/permit fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, fitness for duty requirements, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of licensure/certification.
Utah
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Dentist (Class A)
Dentist (Class B, C, D, E)
Dentist Controlled Substance
Last Updated 10/17/23
Delaware*
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dentist
*This state may require applicants to have completed additional post-graduation experience before they can be licensed. Please reach out to the state dental board to learn more about this state’s requirements
DE Agency Website
Last Updated 10/17/23
Florida
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Dentist
Dental Specialist
Last Updated 10/17/23
Illinois
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dentist (Licensed)
Controlled Substance Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
Massachusetts
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
Minnesota
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dentist
Dental Therapist
Last Updated 10/17/23
New Hampshire
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
New York*
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
*This state may require applicants to have completed additional post-graduation experience before they can be licensed. Please reach out to the state dental board to learn more about this state’s requirements
Last Updated 10/17/23
North Carolina
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
South Carolina
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
West Virginia
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
District of Columbia
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
Northern Mariana Islands
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
U.S. Virgin Islands
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dentist
Last Updated 10/17/23
Resources
Commission on Dental AccreditationThe University of Utah's Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) degree program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
NATIONAL BOARD EXAMThe Joint Commission on Dental Examinations (JCNDE) administers several standardized exam to assist state boards in determining qualifications of applicants.
Program PageThe most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Dental Surgery program will be the program webpage.
Licensure MapThe American Dental Association (ADA) has created a dental licensure map of state requirements.
Resources
Accreditation
The University of Utah's Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) degree program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
Board Exams
The Joint Commission on Dental Examinations (JCNDE) administers several standardized exam to assist state boards in determining qualifications of dentists and dental hygienists.
Program Page
The most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Dental Surgery program will be the program webpage.
Licensure Map
The American Dental Association (ADA) has created a dental licensure map.
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