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3.3.3 - Distinction

Updated: 8/9/2023

Dental Student Distinction:

Distinction recognition is given to fourth year students. No student who has been subject to disciplinary action will be granted a degree with distinction, special distinction or outstanding distinction.

Outstanding distinction: Awarded to the number one student in the graduating class. Depending on the differential of cumulative GPA, there may be two students who receive this distinction. 

Special Distinction: Awarded to the top 5% of the class.

Distinction: Awarded to the remaining 15% of the class. 

Dental Hygiene Student Distinction:

Distinction recognition is given to second year students. No student who has been subject to disciplinary action will be granted a degree with distinction or special distinction.

Special Distinction: Awarded to the top 5% of the class.

Distinction: Awarded to the remaining 10% of the class. 

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