Accelerated Pre-Dental Advantage Program, University of the Pacific - San Francisco

The Pre-Dentistry program at University of the Pacific offers an accelerated pathway to earning a Bachelor of Science degree along with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. The program is designed for first-time freshmen and allows completion of all pre-dental, general education, and biological sciences or chemistry major courses in just three years, followed by three years of dental school. A key feature is the opportunity to switch between different acceleration tracks, such as the 2+3 or 4+3 programs, providing flexibility in your academic journey. Upon successful completion, students earn both degrees from Pacific’s College of the Pacific (Stockton Campus) and Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry (San Francisco Campus). The program emphasizes early preparation for a career in dentistry with guaranteed interview opportunities for qualifying students and a comprehensive support system including advising and student organizations.