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University of Utah School of Dentistry Secondary Questions

Abbreviation: U of U · Utah dental secondary

University of Utah School of Dentistry (U of U) dental secondary for Utah applicants: 4 required prompts (4 total). How it arrives: AADSAS and emailed. Supplemental questions are submitted via AADSAS and/or emailed to qualifying applicants.

Secondary Status
● Open
Distribution
AADSAS and emailed
Total Questions
4 Required
Word Limit
9999 characters
Last Updated
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Secondary Distribution
Who receives the secondary application
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Supplemental questions are distributed via: Supplemental questions are submitted via AADSAS and/or emailed to qualifying applicants.
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 University of Utah School of Dentistry dental school secondary / supplemental essays — not medical school secondaries or prerequisite lists.

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Secondary Questions
4 questions total
4 Questions · 9999 characters
1
Please tell us why you are interested in the University of Utah School of Dentistry.
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Please tell us any additional information about yourself not already in your application.
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3
Please list three obstacles that you have encountered in your preparation for dental school and how you have or are managing each.
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4
Please describe how your prior employment has helped prepare you for dental school.
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Writing Tips for U of U
Expert advice for this specific school
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Why U of U — Be Specific: Research U of U's unique programs, clinics, and faculty. Mention specific curriculum features, community outreach efforts, or research opportunities that align with your goals. Avoid generic answers that could apply to any school.
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Three Obstacles — Show Diversity: Pick three distinct obstacles from different areas of your life: academic, personal, and professional/clinical. This shows breadth of challenge and resilience across multiple dimensions.
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Employment Question — Dentistry Isn't Required: Any work experience is valid. Highlight transferable skills: communication, precision, customer service, teamwork, time management. Show how non-dental jobs prepared you for dental school.
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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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