ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event
What is the ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event?
The ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event is the only annual in-person, dental school recruitment event designed for prospective students exploring dentistry. This free event brings together admissions representatives from U.S. and Canadian dental schools and offers prospective students a unique opportunity to explore multiple programs all in one place
The event takes place each March, providing attendees with the ability to meet admission representatives face to face, ask questions, gather materials and gain valuable insights into the dental school application process..
This event is free for all prospective students, advisors and parents.
Whether you’re beginning to explore a career in oral health or are ready to apply, GoDental is a vital stop for connecting, learning and taking the next steps on your journey to dental school.
Next Event: March 21, 2026 | Montreal, Canada
Who Attends the ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event?
College Students and Graduates
Get tips on the application process and financing your future.
Meet admissions representatives and current dental students in person.
Connect with peers and discover programs that match your goals.
Advisors and Parents
Learn the ins and outs of the dental school application process.
Understand key coursework and experience requirements.
Gain tools to better guide and support your students.
High School Students
Explore dentistry and how it aligns with your interests.
Connect with dental schools, current dental students and peers who share your goals.
Learn about prerequisites, early experiences and financial steps to take now.
Exclusive to Future Dental Students
The ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event takes place the Saturday before the ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition. The ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event is exclusively for future dental students. The ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition is attended by currently enrolled dental students, faculty and staff.
Connect
By hosting the two events in the same location, oral health educators from the dental schools can connect with prospective students, applicants and colleagues in one trip.
Future Leadership Opportunities
By planning to attend the ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event, prospective dental students can look forward to taking advantage of the leadership opportunities offered to dental students at the ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition once they are enrolled in dental school.
Future Events
- 2026 ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event
Saturday, March 21 | Montréal, Canada - 2027 ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event
Saturday, March 13 | Chicago, IL
Does ADEA offer financial assistance to attend the GoDental Recruitment Event?
Each year, ADEA offers a limited amount of travel assistance (up to $250) to students who want to attend the ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event and demonstrate financial need.
To be considered for travel assistance, individuals must be enrolled in an undergraduate institution and have their financial aid office confirm their financial need.
More information on how to apply is available during event registration.
The ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event takes place annually on the Saturday during the ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition.
2026 ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event
March 21, 2026
Montreal, Canada
2027 ADEA GoDental Recruitment Event
March 13, 2027
Chicago, IL
Questions?
Please email GoDental@adea.org