Overview

Here at our renowned research institution, you can participate in exciting studies ranging from stem cell biology to pancreatic cancer, as well as oral health issues. Options for community outreach activities are outstanding, too, thanks to our urban location and longstanding commitment to service.

Our approach to clinical care is comprehensive and holistic, emphasizing oral health care in the context of the patient’s overall dental and general health. Combined with our mentorship model, this approach results in high-quality, faculty-guided student care.

Features

At GSDM, education is competency-based: students are assessed individually, progressing at their own rates after demonstrating competency with each procedure.

Above all, our Dental Medicine (Advanced Standing) program at Boston University emphasizes engaged, active learning. You’ll be continually challenged to explore and inquire. And you’ll acquire lifelong skills in critical thinking, reflection, and self-evaluation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Endodontics
Preclinical Endodontics
Preclinical Implantology
Pharmacology
Oral Diagnosis/Radiology
Oral Medicine
General Medicine and Dental Correlations
Pain Control

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

64 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Dentistry View 42 other PhDs in Dentistry in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CAAPID application

Applicants can update certain sections of the CAAPID application after submission, until the CAAPID cycle closes:

Clinical, professional, volunteer, research and teaching experience
Test results (INBDE, NBDE, and TOEFL), which must be submitted directly by the testing agency to CAAPID
Visa or citizenship status
Address and contact information

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

91500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 91500 USD per year during 24 months.
National

91500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 91500 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

91500 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 91500 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Dental Medicine (Advanced Standing).

Available Scholarships

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