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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Admissions |
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Though the department will review all complete applications, generally only those with the following criteria will be seriously considered. Please note that applicants with an exceptional background or relevant post-doctoral experience may also be considered for admission.
Applicants MUST possess:
- United States citizenship or permanent residency
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited university
- A degree in dental surgery (i.e. DDS or DMD) from an accredited U.S., Canadian, or Puerto Rican dental school
The most qualified applicants should possess:
- Scores in the 90th percentile on Part I and Part II (where taken) of the American Dental Association National Board Examination
- Standing in the upper 20% of the dental school class
- Strong letters of recommendations
- Externships and/or extracurricular activity in oral and maxillofacial surgery that demonstrartes an interest and committment to the field
Criteria which may substantiate and strengthen the candidate's aplication include:
- Research experience and advanced degrees
- Post-doctoral dental training (e.g. internships, general practice residency, advanced education in general dentistry)*
* Note: applicants are expected to complete any committment to such a program before matriculating in the OMFS residency program (dentoalveolar, trauma reconstruction, and implant placement procedures).
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