Doctor of Dental Science/Master of Public Health in New York United States | Columbia University

Columbia University | New York United States
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Qualification
Double Major Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 93,380
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The College of Dental Medicine collaborates with Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health to provide a combined degree program in dental medicine and public health. Students in this program acquire comprehensive training in fundamental biological sciences and clinical dentistry while developing deep understanding of the changing U.S. healthcare landscape. Those pursuing the DDS/MPH degree can select from various public health specializations such as epidemiology, biostatistics, healthcare management, and sociomedical sciences. Participants in this dual-degree program gain exceptional preparation for leadership positions at the intersection of dentistry, medicine, and healthcare systems. Graduates enjoy diverse career opportunities, including administrative positions, public health service roles, general and specialty residencies, military service, and private practice.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

All students applying to the College of Dental Medicine must have a Bachelor's degree from a US accredited college or Canadian institution. Additional requirements include:

  • 6 credits, or the equivalent of one academic year of study, of coursework in English composition or literature or a writing intensive class in a non-English department
  • 6 credits in mathematics
  • A minimum of 8 credits, or the equivalent of one academic year of study, in each the following subject areas (including lab):
  • 1 year of physics
  • 1 year of biology
  • 1 year of inorganic or general chemistry
  • 1 year of organic chemistry
  • 1 semester of biochemistry (no lab required)

We also strongly recommend that students have university-level credits in:

  • Sociology
  • History
  • Fine or industrial arts
  • One or more foreign languages

English Language Requirement

Applicant must have TOEFL score of 600 on paper-and-pencil test, 100 on the internet-based test and IELTS score of 7.5

Tuition USD 93,380
New York City, NY, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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