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Medical University of South Carolina - James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine

Medical University of South Carolina - James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine

Charleston, SC / School Detail
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APPLICATION FEE
$95
Tuition In State
$47,415
Tuition Out of State
$83,290
Average GPA
3.73
AVERAGE DAT
20.4

School Overview

Degrees
DDS
Ownership
Public Non-Profit
Program Length
4 years
Total Enrollment
55
Accreditation Status
Approval
Founding Year
1967
Accreditation Year
N/A
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SDN Insights

Cost of Attendance: $371,179
Estimate repayment

Estimated loan burden for MUSC-CDM using 4 years of in-state tuition, $1,500 annual fees, $3,000 monthly living expenses, government-derived local cost-of-living adjustment, $1,000 loan fees, and an 8.5% interest assumption.

Cost of Living: Near national average cost of living

Charleston, SC is close to the national average for cost of living. In the debt estimate, the government-derived local cost adjustment keeps the $3,000 monthly allowance at about $3,030 per month. Treat this as a city-level budgeting estimate, not the school's official cost of attendance.

Environment: Urban

With top-tier walkability and great biking infrastructure, the neighborhood around MUSC-CDM offers true versatility. Whether on foot or on wheels, students have a range of options to navigate their surroundings comfortably.

Interview Feedback

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 12% of interviews, indicating it is highly regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did well.

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Secondary Essays for MUSC-CDM

1. Geographic Connection and Commitment
Have you lived in South Carolina, at one point in your life, for at least 5 consecutive years? Do your parent(s) currently live in South Carolina or have lived in South Carolina for at least 5...
2. Academic and Research Experiences
Are you in progress or have you completed a degree from MUSC? Are you a current student or former graduate from a South Carolina institution?
3. Other
Are you related to faculty at the Medical University of South Carolina? Do you currently live and/or work in South Carolina for less than 5 consecutive years? Briefly explain any familial or...
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About the School

The mission of the College of Dental Medicine is to educate students as well as current practitioners of oral health care, to expand the body of knowledge about oral and related diseases, and to serve citizens of the state of South Carolina and the region by providing exemplary oral health care.

Curriculum

The curriculum is structured to allow for a balanced work load, time for remediation of weak students, a broadening of the student`s clinical experience, and an opportunity for the honor student to gain additional experience in areas of special interest. The first two years concentrate on preclinical dental science courses, but clinical observations and experiences are incorporated. The final two years concentrate on clinical practice.

Facilities

In addition to the clinical facilities located on campus, dental students have an opportunity to participate in programs at the following South Carolina facilities: the Family Practice and Ambulatory Care Center at Richland Memorial Hospital and the Byrnes Medical Center/Crafts-Farrow State Hospital in Columbia, the Coastal Center in Ladson, and the Beaufort-Jasper Comprehensive Health Service in Chelsea.

Last Updated: Aug 28, 2026