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University of Louisville School of Dentistry

University of Louisville School of Dentistry

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APPLICATION FEE
$50
Tuition In State
$39,750
Tuition Out of State
$82,752
Average GPA
3.52
AVERAGE DAT
19.3

School Overview

Degrees
DMD
Ownership
Public Non-Profit
Program Length
4 years
Total Enrollment
120
Founding Year
1887
Accreditation Year
N/A
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SDN Insights

Cost of Attendance: $325,413
Estimate repayment

Estimated loan burden for ULSD 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: Below national average cost of living

Louisville, KY is about 0.93x the national average for cost of living. In the debt estimate, the government-derived local cost adjustment lowers the living allowance from $3,000 to about $2,790 per month. Local rent and commuting choices can still move your actual budget meaningfully.

Environment: Urban

There is currently insufficient information to assess the neighborhood around ULSD.

Interview Feedback

Overall, applicants ranked the school in the top 26% of interviews, indicating it is moderately regarded. They found the interview very impressive with a low stress level and felt they did well.

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Secondary Essays for ULSD

1. Geographic Connection and Commitment
If you are a Kentucky resident, how long have you lived in Kentucky (provide month and year)? If you moved to KY in the last 10 years, what was the primary reason for the move?
2. Motivation and Fit
Describe your personal and/or professional reasons for choosing to apply to the University of Louisville's DMD program.
3. Personal Experiences and Challenges
If you have not taken classes in the past year, please explain what you have been doing. Type "NA" if not applicable.
4. Academic and Research Experiences
Please explain why you earned any D's, E's, F's, I's, or W's on your transcript. Type "NA" if not applicable.
5. Community, Diversity, and Equity
Reflect on an experience, specifically in the United States, that has deepened your understanding of societal issues.
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About the School

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry is committed to educating high quality oral health professionals and engaging in research and scholarly endeavors which promote oral health care for the people of Kentucky and the nation. The school specializes in student-centered education, research and patient care.

Curriculum

The University of Louisville School of Dentistry, through excellence in teaching and research, will educate competent dental professionals. The school will provide quality dental care and will serve the community to fulfill our urban and statewide missions.

Last Updated: Aug 28, 2026