Biology:
Professors: Cassia C. Oliveira and David Thomas
Associate Professors: Alexander Beeser and Maryline Jones
Assistant Professor: Eric South
Chemistry:
Professor: Irosha Nawarathne
Assistant Professors: Matthew Thompson and Mengfan Zhu
The Pre-Dental Concentration prepares students to take the Dental Admission Test (DAT), and meet the requirements for dental school admission. The concentration may be added to any major, but usually is coupled with the Biology Major. This curriculum is based upon the requirements for the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine (LCSDM). Other schools may have additional requirements. Lyon College proficiency and common core courses (ENG 101 & 102, MTH 101, etc.) are not included here, even though many schools list them as prerequisites. Some of these courses may have prerequisites not shown. The required courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C. Only one pre-health professions concentration may be declared.
NOTE
*Students may use BIO 111, CHM 110, PHY 210/211, PHY 240/241, SPN 101, and SPN 102 to satisfy Core requirements.
Lyon Dental Early Admission Programs (3+3 and 4+3)
Lyon College offers two accelerated pathways for students aspiring to a career in dentistry through its partnership with the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine (LCSDM) in Little Rock. Both programs offer highly qualified pre-dental students at Lyon College conditional early acceptance to the LCSDM, contingent upon successful completion of all program requirements. These streamlined pathways help reduce the overall time, stress, and cost of their dental education.
The 3+3 Early Admission Program allows highly qualified students to complete three years of undergraduate coursework in Batesville and three years of dental school at LCSDM, earning both a Bachelor's degree and a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) in just six years.
The 4+3 Early Admission Program offers a similar opportunity for students who prefer or require four years to complete their undergraduate studies before transitioning to dental school.
Both tracks emphasize academic excellence, early planning, and a strong commitment to the dental profession. While students may pursue any major, degrees in Biology or Chemistry are strongly recommended. Admission to either program is highly competitive and includes academic benchmarks, shadowing experience, and an interview process. These programs are ideal for driven students seeking a clear, structured path to dental school and a head start in the profession. More details can be found at: https://www.lyon.edu/lyon-dental-early-admission-program