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Howard University College of Dentistry Secondary Questions

Abbreviation: Howard · Washington D.C. dental secondary

Howard University College of Dentistry (Howard) dental secondary for Washington D.C. applicants: 7 required prompts (8 total). How it arrives: Admissions website. Supplemental questions are submitted through the Howard University admissions portal.

Secondary Status
● Open
Distribution
Admissions website
Total Questions
7 Required
Word Limit
5000 characters
Last Updated
2026 Cycle
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Secondary Distribution
Who receives the secondary application
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Supplemental questions are distributed via: Supplemental questions are submitted through the Howard University admissions portal.
Timing

Most dental school secondaries arrive July–early September after AADSAS verification. Aim to submit within ~14 days.

Secondary fee

Confirm on the school's admissions page for the current cycle (applicants commonly see ~$50–$150).

This page covers Howard University College of Dentistry dental school secondary / supplemental essays — not medical school secondaries or prerequisite lists.

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Secondary Questions
8 questions total
8 Questions · 5000 characters
1
Explain what motivated your decision to apply to HUCD.
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2
How does our program fit with your career plans?
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3
Describe any experiences and/or skills that have made you more appreciative or sensitive to other cultures or the human condition.
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4
Provide a specific example of how you promoted diversity in your community or school.
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5
If you could appear before the Admissions Committee, what information would you want them to know that is not already included in your application?
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6
Tell us about your childhood/adolescence. Briefly describe your family, community, disadvantage(s), and any other important background before college.
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7
How did you prepare for the DAT? If you took the DAT more than once, describe your preparation for each attempt.
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Required when applicable
8
Please describe and explain any academic problems that occurred in college and/or graduate/professional school. This may include withdrawals, incomplete grades, and grades of D or F.
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Writing Tips for Howard
Expert advice for this specific school
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Howard's Mission — Service & Diversity: Howard has a strong historical commitment to training minority dental health professionals and serving underserved communities. Authentically connect your background and goals to this mission.
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Background Question — Be Vulnerable: The childhood/background question is an opportunity to tell your full story. Be specific and honest. This helps the committee understand your journey and resilience.
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No Word Limit Strategy: When there is no stated limit, aim for 250–400 words per response. "No limit" does not mean write a novel — clarity and conciseness are valued. Open with a hook, support with a story, and close with a takeaway.
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Submit Early: Most schools review secondaries on a rolling basis. Submitting within 2 weeks of receiving your secondary significantly improves your interview chances.
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