NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry
NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry is a public dental school in Rootstown, Ohio.
NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry is located in Rootstown, Ohio, and is part of Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED), a public institution. The college awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. The DDS and DMD are equivalent predoctoral dental degrees with the same curriculum and licensing pathway.
The Bitonte College of Dentistry received initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) in August 2024 and welcomed its inaugural class in 2025. As a CODA-accredited dental school, the predoctoral program prepares graduates for dental licensure. Prospective students should verify current program details, admission requirements, and accreditation status directly with the college and with CODA.
School details
| Dental school | NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry |
|---|---|
| Parent university | Northeast Ohio Medical University |
| City | Rootstown |
| State | Ohio |
| Institution type | Public |
| Predoctoral degree | Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) |
| School established | 2024 |
DDS vs. DMD. U.S. dental schools award one of two predoctoral degrees: the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). The two degrees are equivalent — they have the same curriculum requirements and accreditation, and graduates of both take the same licensing exams. Which one a school awards is simply a naming choice.
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Where is NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry located?
NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry is located in Rootstown, Ohio.
Is NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry a public or private dental school?
NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry is a public dental school, part of Northeast Ohio Medical University.
What degree does NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry award?
NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry awards the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). The DDS and DMD are equivalent predoctoral dental degrees with the same accreditation and licensing pathway.
How do I apply to dental school?
Most U.S. dental schools admit students through the ADEA AADSAS centralized application and consider the Dental Admission Test (DAT), prerequisite coursework, GPA, and other factors. Requirements vary by school — check the school's admissions page and the ADEA for current details.
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About this data. School names, locations, public/private control, and the predoctoral degree awarded are compiled from the American Dental Association, the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), the ADEA, and U.S. Department of Education IPEDS. Always confirm current details with the school and CODA before making decisions. This site is informational only and is not affiliated with any school.