by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 2 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Dentistry Schools in Florida ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 232 degrees in dentistry to qualified students.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the dentistry degree levels they offer.
It's hard to beat University of Florida if you wish to pursue a degree in dentistry. UF is a fairly large public university located in the medium-sized city of Gainesville.
Dentistry degree recipients from University of Florida receive an earnings boost of about $18,187 above the average income of dentistry majors.
More information about a degree in dentistry from University of Florida
Nova Southeastern University is one of the best schools in the country for getting a degree in dentistry. Located in the suburb of Fort Lauderdale, NUS Florida is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.
Students who graduate with their degree from the dentistry program state that they receive average early career income of $110,451.
More information about a degree in dentistry from Nova Southeastern UniversityExplore all the Best Dentistry Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 287 | 96 |
| North Carolina | 279 | 135 |
| Virginia | 274 | 105 |
| Tennessee | 269 | 146 |
| South Carolina | 248 | 76 |
| Kentucky | 244 | 186 |
| Louisiana | 242 | 69 |
| Mississippi | 234 | 35 |
| Alabama | 233 | 78 |
| West Virginia | 207 | 46 |
Dentistry is one of 34 different types of Health Professions programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Dentistry | 232 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing | 20,670 |
| Health & Medical Administrative Services | 11,054 |
| Allied Health Professions | 8,664 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services | 7,454 |
| Health Sciences & Services | 4,368 |
| Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 4,291 |
| Dental Support Services | 2,130 |
| Public Health | 2,053 |
| Somatic Bodywork & Therapeutic Services | 1,614 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 1,483 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.