Admissions & Applying

Requirements for admission to the Advanced Clinical Training program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry are the following:

• Degree from a dental school accredited by the local government jurisdiction

• English language proficiency

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Application Form

• Official dental education transcripts and an official ECE Course-by-Course Report

• 3 confidential reports from people with knowledge of the applicant’s skills and potential

• Proof of English language proficiency for people with English as a second language (official TOEFL or IELTS score required) An interview in English may be required.

• One-time, non-refundable application fee of $150.00** (the application fee must be paid in US dollars in the form of a check drawn from a US-affiliated bank, cashier's check, or money order made payable to UC Regents.)

All application materials must be sent directly to:

Deadline: March 15

Interviews & Selection Process

Phone interviews may be conducted though they are usually not required. If you have been selected to interview, you will be notified by the Clinic Administrator.

The admissions committee considers the following criteria in its decisions:

• Academic achievement

• Content of personal statement

• Content of confidential reports

• Demonstrated interest in/commitment to general dentistry

• Life experience

Accepted candidates are notified by telephone. Decisions will be available approximately one week after the application is received. A letter of acceptance signed by the Program Director and Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Personnel will be issued upon acceptance