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The EXCEL Program: strengthening diversity.

P K Friedman1

  • 1Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, MA 02118, USA. pkf@bu.edu

Journal of Dental Education
|June 27, 2001
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The Experiential Center for Excellence in Learning (EXCEL) Program at Boston University successfully prepared diverse students for dental school. Most participants found it strengthened their decision to pursue dentistry and recommended it for future students.

Area of Science:

  • Dental Education
  • Medical School Admissions
  • Student Preparedness

Background:

  • Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (BUSDM) established a prematriculation program in 1993.
  • The program aims to enhance diversity within the incoming first-year dental student class.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the Experiential Center for Excellence in Learning (EXCEL) Program.
  • To assess the program's impact on student preparedness and decision to study dentistry.
  • To explore the program's potential as a model for increasing diversity in U.S. dental schools.

Main Methods:

  • A voluntary, one-month prematriculation program combining didactic, laboratory, study skills, and social activities.
  • Analysis of data from ninety students who participated in the EXCEL Program between 1996 and 2000.

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  • Exit surveys were administered to assess participant satisfaction and program impact.

    • Main Results:

    • Participants cited familiarity with the school and strengthening basic science background as primary reasons for joining.
    • The participant pool exhibited significant diversity in age, time since college, academic majors, and country of birth.
    • 96% of surveyed participants reported the program strengthened their decision to study dentistry; 97% recommended it for future students.

    Conclusions:

    • The EXCEL Program effectively prepares a diverse range of students for the rigors of dental school.
    • The program demonstrates success in reinforcing students' commitment to dental careers.
    • EXCEL may serve as a replicable model for improving diversity in dental school enrollment nationwide.