Attending the top U.S.-based dental school costs an average of $222,382 for residents and $303,677 for non-residents, according to data from the American Dental Association.
Twelve U.S. dental schools were recently ranked among the 50 best dental schools in the world by QS World’s University Rankings.
Here is the average four-year tuition of all 12 dental schools included in the ranking, based on the latest tuition data from the ADA:
Note: Data reflects total four-year tuition for resident and non-resident students.
| Dental school | Resident tuition | Non-resident tuition |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $222,382 | $303,677 |
| University of California San Francisco | $212,070 | $261,050 |
| Harvard University (Cambridge, Mass.) | $277,200 | $277,200 |
| University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) | $358,760 | $358,760 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $152,273 | $286,445 |
| University of Washington (Seattle) | $252,190 | $379,572 |
| New York University (New York City) | $411,392 | $411,392 |
| University of California Los Angeles | $231,162 | $280,142 |
| University at Buffalo SUNY | $154,320 | $267,200 |
| Tufts University (Medford, Mass.) | $378,792 | $378,792 |
| Columbia University (New York City) | $388,464 | $388,464 |
| Boston University | $384,304 | $384,304 |
At the Becker's 5th Annual Future of Dentistry Roundtable, taking place September 14-15 in Chicago, dental leaders and executives will gain insights into emerging technologies, practice growth strategies and the evolving landscape of dental care delivery, with a focus on innovation, patient experience and operational excellence. Apply for complimentary registration now.
