UBC DMD admissions: Fall 2027

Quick facts

• Entry cycle: Fall 2027 entry, identified by UBC as the DMD Class of 2031 application. UBC DMD application page
• Program: Four-year Doctor of Dental Medicine at UBC's Vancouver campus. UBC Dentistry program
• Application route: ADEA AADSAS. UBC DMD application page
• Published interview types: Individual interviews and group interviews; current-cycle dates are listed as TBD. UBC DMD admissions procedures

Admission requirements

Applicants need at least 90 UBC-transferable credits, equivalent to three academic years of full-time post-secondary study, plus the specified prerequisite courses. Outstanding requirements must be completed by April 30 of the entering year, with final grades received by May 31. The minimum prerequisite grade is the equivalent of UBC C-. UBC DMD pre-dental requirements

UBC publishes a minimum overall academic average of 70%, or the stated equivalent on another grading scale, across transferable college or university work. Applicants who completed four or more academic years may have one qualifying worst year dropped, subject to UBC's conditions. Meeting minimums does not guarantee review or admission. UBC DMD academic requirements

Applicants must submit a personal statement and Canadian or American DAT results. UBC accepts DAT writings no later than August 31, 2026 for the Class of 2031 and uses one complete eligible test result rather than combining sections from different attempts. International applicants are eligible but must also satisfy the published English-language and immigration requirements. UBC DMD admissions procedures

Important dates

UBC opened DMD Class of 2031 applications on May 12, 2026, with submissions opening June 3, 2026. The DAT writing deadline is August 31, 2026. UBC DMD application page

The application deadline is October 10, 2026, the application-documents deadline is October 23, 2026, and AADSAS verification must be complete by October 31, 2026. UBC warns that AADSAS verification can be delayed and encourages early submission. UBC DMD application page

UBC lists the DMD interview dates as TBD. Its FAQ says offers to interviewed candidates are generally sent from the end of March through April, but it does not label exact Fall 2027 offer dates. Recheck the Class of 2031 page for the official interview schedule. UBC DMD application page UBC DMD FAQ

How selection works

UBC says admission is based primarily on academic ability and personal qualities shown through pre-dental academic records, aptitude testing, individual interviews and group interviews, together with a global assessment of the application and the applicant's fit with the program. Minimum requirements do not guarantee admission. UBC DMD admissions procedures

The Faculty describes the review as holistic and considers well-rounded academic and personal performance. It does not publish numeric weights for GPA, DAT, the personal statement, individual interview, group interview or overall fit. UBC also says CASPer is not required and reference letters are not requested or reviewed. UBC DMD FAQ UBC DMD admissions procedures

Interview details

Confirmed

UBC's current admissions procedures identify both individual interviews and group interviews as evidence used in DMD selection. The Class of 2031 application page confirms that interviews are part of the Fall 2027 process but currently lists the dates as TBD. UBC DMD admissions procedures UBC DMD application page

Not published

As of August 9, 2026, UBC has not published the Class of 2031 interview dates, whether either interview is virtual or in person, the duration, group size, question structure, preparation time, assessor composition, scoring rubric or numeric interview weight. Do not infer an MMI or structured-panel format from another dental school or a prior cycle. UBC DMD application page UBC DMD admissions procedures

Who this program may suit

UBC's DMD may suit applicants who want a four-year Vancouver program combining problem-based learning, lectures, clinical experience and small-group problem solving. The published curriculum emphasizes biological sciences, clinical skills, professionalism, ethics, communication and community service. UBC Dentistry program

The admissions process requires a strong academic and DAT file, then asks candidates to demonstrate personal qualities across individual and group interviews. Applicants should be ready to explain decisions clearly while listening and contributing constructively in a group; that preparation follows the published selection jobs but does not predict admission. UBC DMD admissions procedures

Practice and next step

First practice: record one answer to Allocating an urgent oral-health appointment. Clarify the pain and safety information you still need, distinguish urgency from arrival order, propose a fair decision process, and explain the outcome respectfully. This practises the judgment and communication work relevant to UBC's published individual and group interviews without assuming an unpublished question format.

Review the recording for one observable weakness—such as making an unsupported clinical assumption, ignoring how the group reaches agreement, or failing to explain the trade-off. Make one adjustment, record the answer again, and compare the two attempts. Continue with Structured Interview Essentials to repeat that improvement loop across ethical reasoning, teamwork, feedback and motivation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the UBC DMD application deadline for Fall 2027?

The Class of 2031 application deadline is October 10, 2026. Documents are due October 23, and AADSAS verification is due October 31. UBC DMD application page

When is the DAT deadline?

Applicants must use a Canadian or American DAT writing no later than August 31, 2026. Official scores must meet UBC's document deadline and validity rules. UBC DMD admissions procedures

Does UBC require CASPer or references?

No. UBC's FAQ says CASPer is not required, and the admissions procedures say reference letters are not requested or reviewed. UBC DMD FAQ

What interview format does UBC use?

UBC confirms individual and group interviews. It has not published the Class of 2031 dates or detailed logistics, so do not assume an MMI or a specific panel format. UBC DMD admissions procedures

Can international applicants apply?

Yes. UBC accepts international DMD applicants who meet the full program, English-language and immigration requirements. UBC DMD admissions procedures

Sources

• UBC Applying to the DMD Program — primary current-cycle source for the Class of 2031 opening, DAT, application, document and verification deadlines; verified August 9, 2026.
• UBC DMD Admissions Procedures — current requirements, selection evidence, individual and group interviews, residency and international rules; verified August 9, 2026.
• UBC DMD FAQ — current answers on rolling admission, offers, CASPer, DAT and class context; verified August 9, 2026.
• UBC Dentistry program — official degree, Vancouver location, duration and curriculum overview; verified August 9, 2026.
• Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada program directory — official directory used to reconcile the accredited predoctoral dental candidate; verified August 8, 2026.

Material unknowns at verification: UBC has not published Class of 2031 interview dates, delivery mode, duration, group size, question structure, assessor composition, scoring rubric or numeric selection weights.