Northeast Ohio Medical University
Creating Transformational Leaders in Dentistry
Exceptional clinical experiences for our students. Exceptional quality of care for our communities.
The Bitonte College of Dentistry
Celebrating our grand opening with a White Coat Ceremony for our inaugural class.
Who we are
The NEOMED Bitonte College of Dentistry is not just another dentistry program. We have developed a fresh approach to educating future dentists based on our 50 years of creating transformational leaders in medicine, pharmacy and other fields.
We offer:
- an innovative curriculum,
- new facilities,
- real-world professional training and
- an exceptional experience in dental education.
Admissions
Our admissions site provides valuable information, including tips, pre-requisites and additional requirements for a successful application.
Academics
Our comprehensive curriculum, robust student support programs and diverse clinical experiences are designed to equip you for an array of career paths in dentistry.
Clinical experience is essential to your success in dental school. At NEOMED, you’ll build a strong foundation through on-campus clinical training, then expand your skills at community-based sites. These off-campus placements give you the chance to work with diverse patients, including those in rural and underserved communities, while gaining insight into different cultures and perspectives on dental care.
Your career
Dentistry offers strong job prospects and a rewarding career.
$179,210
Median annual wage for dentists, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
19th
Rank of dentists in U.S. News and World Report‘s list of best jobs in health care.
13th
Rank of dentists in U.S. News and World Report‘s list of best-paying jobs.
About NEOMED
Northeast Ohio Medical University, or NEOMED, is a thriving health professions university located in one of the nation’s foremost regions for health care and research. As one of Ohio’s 14 state universities, we serve the region and beyond as northeast Ohio’s state university academic health center.
NEOMED’s four colleges—in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and graduate studies—offer the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) and Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degrees, along with master’s and doctoral programs and research opportunities in medical and life sciences.
Now we’re bringing over 50 years of health professions expertise to educate dentists through the Bitonte College of Dentistry. Join us!
Accreditation
This table shows the major milestones in our journey to accreditation. Learn what accreditation is and why it is important.
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| February 2023 | Bitonte College of Dentistry submitted to the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) the CODA Application for Initial Accreditation. |
| July 2023 | Formal approval by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) was granted to offer the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree program. |
| December 2023 | NEOMED hosted an onsite “Change Visit” by its institutional accreditor, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), for approval to offer the DDS degree program. |
| April 4-5, 2024 | CODA conducted a site visit on the Rootstown campus as part of the process for Initial Accreditation. |
| May 2024 | Higher Learning Commission (HLC) approval to offer the DDS degree program received by NEOMED. |
| August 2024 | CODA approved initial accreditation for our college. |