Oral Biology

The Department of Oral Biology offers a program leading to a Ph.D. in medical sciences with specialization in oral biology. The program is designed to provide the degree candidate with a strong background in the basic biological principles relevant to the various subspecialties of oral biology, as well as specialized training in the various aspects of the diseases and disorders of the oral cavity.

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Application Process

Admission to the Ph.D. program in Oral Biology is made through the Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences (IDP) which is housed in the College of Medicine. 

For more information on admissions process and programs available, visit the Department of Oral Biology web site or write to:

Dr. William McArthur
Graduate Coordinator
University of Florida
P.O. Box 100424
Gainesville, FL  32610-0424
(352) 846-0778

Applicants apply to this program through the College of Medicine even though the program is administered in the College of Dentistry Department of Oral Biology.

Application forms and instructions can be found in the following web sites:

• Domestic applications
• International applications

Deadlines

Admissions for the Oral Biology Graduate program are done through Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences.  To see the Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences calendar with a checklist of forms and deadline dates, please click here.

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