Pre-Dentistry
Associate in Arts- Cost
- $12,264*
Build toward dental school success
Specialized skills in mouth, teeth and gum health
Start your journey toward dental school with an affordable and comprehensive associate degree in pre-dentistry from the College of Lake County. As a dentist, you’re responsible for preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the teeth, mouth and surrounding facial areas. Oral health is a key component to overall health, and you can improve lives through this meaningful career path.
This two-year degree prepares you for the rigors of a bachelor’s degree program as well as the dental school curriculum. In addition to general education courses, you complete introductory classes in biology, chemistry and physics. At graduation, you’re ready to continue your education and succeed at the next level.
What can you do with an A.A. in Pre-Dentistry?
The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree in Pre-Dentistry prepares you to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree in biology or related fields, which prepares you for these careers.
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Transfer Degree
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Program Length: 2 Years
Full-time students finish in 2 years.
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Recommended Pathway
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. View degree requirements in the college catalog.
*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.
Learn how CLC helps you transfer
Start at CLC and continue with a 4-year school to earn your bachelor's degree. CLC has partnerships with many colleges and universities, covering a wide range of programs.
Our Guaranteed Transfer Partnerships (GTAs) with a select number of schools guarantee admission to students who meet specific criteria.
Pre-Dentistry at CLC
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This transfer degree is just one possible way to study dentistry. Get the bigger picture—degrees, credentials and extra options.
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