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Welcome to the College of Dentistry

The Howard University College of Dentistry is a distinguished institution committed to advancing oral health and developing compassionate, skilled dental professionals since 1881. As one of the oldest dental schools in the nation and the only dental school in the District of Columbia, we are dedicated to clinical excellence, research, and service to underserved communities. We foster a culture of leadership, integrity, and innovation through our core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (C.A.R.E.).

The College {of Dentistry} is dedicated to providing high quality patient centered, evidence-based care to our patients and improving the quality of oral health in our local, national and global communities. 

Andrea D. Jackson DDS, MS, FACP
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NDA Award 2025

Howard Dental Students Awarded Prestigious NDAF-Colgate Scholarship

Howard University College of Dentistry proudly celebrates the achievements of fourth-year dental students Noah Williams and Imari McCullough, who were recently named recipients of the National Dental Association Foundation-Colgate “Audacity to Dream” Scholarship.This prestigious award is granted to dental students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to advancing oral health in underserved communities. Read the Article

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