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The Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences School of Dental Medicine Application is now closed on the AADSAS portal. The application will open again for the 2026 application cycle in early May.
Admission Prerequisite Mapping
The SDM has established multiple “Pathway Programs” to allow students admission to our program either via the PNWU Master of Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS) degree program or a program with an undergraduate partner institution. Applicants who are attending a pathway partner are asked to contact the individual listed for their school to obtain more information on the pathway program. Listed below are the current Pathway Programs and their contact person for further information.
Walla Walla University
Jeremy C. Wiggins, DDS
Associate Professor of Biology
Director, Center for Health Professions
509.527.2483
jeremy.wiggins@wallawalla.edu
Seattle Central College
Lauren Acheson
Interim Director of Dental Programs
206.934.4347 (program office)
206.934.6922 (direct)
lauren.acheson@seattlecolleges.edu
Shoreline Community College
Joyce Fagel
Academic Advisor
Coordinator of Postbac Services for the Health Professions
206.546.6984
postbacc@shoreline.edu
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As of August 2024, the SDM has received initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
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We welcome all queries. For admissions related questions, please email admission@pnwu.edu. All other inquiries, feel free to contact us at SDM@pnwu.edu, and we’ll get back to you shortly.
