Dental Careers Exploration

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Dental Careers Exploration is a five-day summer program hosted by the VCU School of Dentistry for high school students interested in dentistry and healthcare professions. Participants engage in interactive workshops and hands-on lab activities such as tooth carving, dental impressions, suturing, and digital dentistry while learning about educational pathways and dental careers.

Deadline

May 2, 2026

Dates

Jul 13, 2026 – Jul 17, 2026

Grade level

Grades 10–12

Location

VCU School of Dentistry, 520 N. 12th St., Richmond, VA 23298

Eligibility

Must have completed 9th grade by start of program (rising 10th grader through graduating senior) with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Out-of-area students are welcome to apply but must arrange their own housing and transportation.

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