Dentistry in English at Semmelweis University
Semmelweis Dentistry program overview
Good for
Students who want practical dental training in a capital city, with patient-facing clinical training built into the later years.
Degree outcome
The official Semmelweis page lists the qualification as Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry DMD / one-tier MSc after 5 years of full-time study.
Recognition note
Semmelweis states that the dental diploma is recognised in the EU. Licensing and equivalency rules still depend on the country where you want to practise.
Admissions and application timeline
Applications open
Start the SEMAPHOR application, prepare documents and choose an entrance-exam date once eligible.
Entrance exams
Semmelweis publishes regular exam dates. Exact dates and instructions are provided through the application system.
Application deadline
Submit the application before the official deadline. Late or incomplete applications can miss the intake.
Final certificate deadline
Applicants still finishing school normally need to upload the final school-leaving certificate by this date.
What Semmelweis asks for
- School leaving certificate, or proof that you are in the final year of high school.
- CV, motivation letter, passport or ID copy and passport-style photo.
- Medical certificate after accepting an offer.
Application and enrollment costs
Semmelweis lists a USD 400 admission procedure fee, a USD 2,000 deposit deducted from first-semester tuition, and a USD 230 enrollment fee.
Semmelweis Dentistry entrance exam
Four subjects
Medical Biology, Medical Chemistry, General English and Biomedical English.
20 questions each
Each test has 20 questions and 20 minutes. One answer option is correct for each question.
Motivation and science
The interview checks professional attitude, English communication and oral knowledge in the relevant sciences.
Tuition fees and budget
| Cost item | Planning figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | USD 10,450 / semester | Published for 2026 enrollment in Dentistry. |
| Yearly base tuition | USD 20,900 / year | Two semesters; excludes living costs, one-time fees and material fees. |
| Material fee, year 2 | USD 1,300 / semester | Additional Dentistry material fee listed in the 2026 Semmelweis Registrar table. |
| Material fee, years 3-5 | USD 2,600 / semester | Additional Dentistry material fee listed in the 2026 Semmelweis Registrar table. |
| Admission procedure fee | USD 400 | Paid when applying. |
| Deposit | USD 2,000 | Paid after admission and deducted from first-semester tuition. |
| Living costs in Budapest | Approx. EUR 650-850 / month | Varies by housing, lifestyle, travel and exchange rates. |
Curriculum overview
Years 1-2: foundations
Basic medical sciences, early dental subjects, medical terminology and preclinical dental preparation.
Year 3: dental focus grows
Dental subjects become more important alongside pathology, prevention and practical dental work.
Years 4-5: clinical practice
Students move into more advanced dental disciplines, patient-facing practicals and specialised clinical training.
Final year thesis
The thesis is completed in the final year, with the topic declared before the end of studies.
Semmelweis student perspective
How Medimentor helps with Semmelweis Dentistry
Exam prep
Biology and Chemistry practice for the science-heavy written exam.
English terminology
General English and biomedical English repetition for exam and interview confidence.
Application steps
Clear steps for documents, timing, fees, material costs and choosing the right Hungary option.
FAQ
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