College of Dentistry | University of Florida

Advanced and Graduate Education Programs

 

Periodontics

The goal of this program is to develop Periodontists who desire to enter clinical practice or an academic career in Periodontics. Graduates of this program will develop:

  1. A thorough foundation in evaluating therapeutic technique and in the current knowledge base about diseases of the periodontium.
  2. A sound knowledge of basic science and an appreciation of research and its application to periodontology.
  3. Demonstrated ability to manage all degrees of periodontal disease.
  4. The ability to integrate periodontal care with other forms of dental care through cooperation with generalists and other specialists.

This is a 36-month program which leads to a Certificate in Periodontics and a Master of Science in Dental Sciences with specialization in Periodontics. The program fulfills guidelines set forth by the Council on Dental Education and the American Academy of Periodontology.

Academically oriented students may elect to pursue a Ph.D. degree either concurrent with the certificate program or subsequently.

Tuition for the 2007-2008 academic years is approximately $9,971 for Florida residents and $30,143 for non-Florida residents. The 2007 stipend was $9,500 for the first year, $10,000 for the second year, and $10,500 for the third year.

Application Process

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

Please apply as early as possible for your paperwork to be completed by the September 1st deadline.

Information for Internationally-Educated Dentists

Apply directly to the University of Florida Graduate School

Online Graduate ApplicationOpens 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/Periodontics
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.

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