Most people major in a science like biology, but you can get into dental school with an English bachelor's degree as long as you kick major butt in your science classes. College is a magical time where you might be tempted to slack off. Don’t give in. Typically, dental schools require that you have a 3.5 GPA or better in basic science classes. Other courses to take include nutrition, pathology, biochemistry, pharmacology, histology, and Spanish.