Applicant Eligibility
Must have a professional dental degree from an A.D.A.-accredited dental college or school with the degree designation of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD). Provisional acceptance exists for students in the final stages of dental education. In addition, the applicants must have a valid license to practice within the United States of America or be licensed as such by the time they are to begin the postgraduate program in periodontics.
Once accepted, a Nebraska dental license is required to participate in the program. At the present time foreign trained dentists (non-U.S. or non-Canadian dental degrees) are not being accepted for the postgraduate endodontic training program. This is because of licensing restrictions.
Applicant Process
Admissions to pursue postgraduate work in periodontology are limited to the number which can be handled to the advantage of the residents and the college. At the present time, usually two residents are accepted each year. Preference is given to those who have adequate preparation and aptitude.
Application instructions can be found on the Instructions for Applicants page.
Applicants for the program are considered on the basis of the following factors:
- Grade point average
- Class standing
- Pattern of academic achievement
- National board examination scores (when available)
- Experience and training
- Recommendations
- Personal statement of goals (include explanation for choice of graduate field, expectations for learning in your chosen field of study, and anticipated career goals)
- Other supporting evidence such as a CV or resume
Individuals selected from the applicant pool for consideration for admission may be invited for a personal interview which is an additional basis for student selection.
Non-U.S./Non-Canadian Degree Students
At the present time foreign trained dentists (non-U.S. or non-Canadian dental degrees) are not being accepted for the postgraduate periodontal training program. This is because of licensing restrictions.
Statement of Equal Educational Opportunity
See University of Nebraska Medical Center Non-Discrimination and Harassment Policy.