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Advanced and Graduate Education Programs

 

Endodontics

The University of Florida College of Dentistry offers a 24-month degree program leading to a Master of Science in Dental Sciences with specialization in Endodontics (Project in Lieu of Thesis option) and a Certificate in Endodontics.

The program emphasizes the didactic, clinical, and research aspects of Endodontics. This is a highly competitive program that receives many applicants each year.

Application Process

Monday, August 21, 2009 is the deadline to apply to this program.

Information for Internationally-Educated Dentists

Apply directly to the University of Florida Graduate School

Complete the Online Graduate Application.Opens in New Window Select the "Graduate" option; do not select "Professional". Please mark "Masters" and "Summer B 2010 " as the term. The application requires a non-refundable $30 application fee.

Please send all of the following application material to:

Venita J. Sposetti, Assistant Dean of Admissions
University of Florida College of Dentistry/Endodontics
P.O. Box 100402
Gainesville FL 32610-0402

  • Original official undergraduate and dental school transcripts sent from the institution
  • College of Dentistry Application*PDF[223K])
  • Dean's evaluation letter*PDF[153K] from the dean of your dental school.
  • Faculty evaluation letter*PDF[171K]—submit two (2). These should be completed by two dental school faculty members who are well acquainted with your performance and attitude (faculty advisor, etc.) or by individuals who can provide information relevant to your potential for success in your chosen field of training.
  • 2x2-inch photograph
  • Resume
  • Biographical Sketch
  • National Boards Part I and II scores (can be part of Dean's letter), or request your scores from:
    Joint Commission on National Dental ExaminationsOpens in New Window
    211 East Chicago Ave., #1846
    Chicago, IL 60611
    800.621.8099 ext 465

*Complete Part A of each form before forwarding it to the reference.

Application Status Updates

  • Once the admissions office receives your application, you will be notified via email of any missing documentation throughout the application cycle, and up to the application deadline.
  • Once the application deadline is reached and your application is complete, we will forward your file to the program director. Please contact the program director for future questions on the program selection process.

Endodontic Fellowship

Available to U.S. and Foreign Dental Graduates

The Department of Endodontics offers an advanced education course entitled "Fellowship in Endodontics for the General Practitioner." The experience is tailored to the desires of the fellow with experiences in clinical endodontics, endodontic case analysis, clinical or basic research and didactic Endodontic courseware all available.

This course is designed to give the fellow an experience in clinical endodontics that will equip them to do more extensive endodontic treatment in their general practice. The fellow can work in the faculty's intramural practice, under the direction of the full-time professors up to two days per week. In addition, the fellow may attend several departmentally offered courses and clinical case conferences that the endodontic residents take. We also offer the fellow an opportunity to work on a basic or clinical research project during the course. The research may be presented at the International Association of Dental Research meeting and could also be published in the endodontic literature.

This course is twelve months (1year) in length, beginning July 1 and ending on June 30. The tuition is $25,000.00 per year, made up of four non-refundable quarterly payments of $6,250.00. Upon completion of the Fellowship, 1900 CEU's and a certificate of completion from the Continuing Education Department is awarded. In addition, you will need to purchase a laptop (College's choice), scrubs, and certain textbooks. Details will be provided upon acceptance.

Application Process

December 1st is the deadline to apply to this program.

  1. Fill out and return the application formPDF[141K].
  2. Include a copy of your active dental license.
  3. Have 2 letters of reference sent to us.
  4. Have a current official copy of your dental and college transcript sent to us (see mailing address on application form below). National Board scores are optional, but desired by this program. TOEFL scores are necessary for this program.

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