Program Description
The International Dental Program is designed to allow qualified dentists educated in countries outside the United States, to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in the U.S. Students take classes in the various disciplines of dentistry and receive extensive clinical experience. Students are given the opportunity to serve the dental health needs of the local community through off site clinical rotations.We invite you to view the information on the American Dental Education Association's Go Dental Page for more information about foreign educated dental programs.
Program Length
117 units, 27 monthsPossible Careers
Doctor of Dental Surgery or Dentist within private practice offices, industrial organizations, hospitals, local, state or federal public health services, and the armed forces.Application Deadlines
There are currently no published application deadlines.Admissions Requirements
- Dental degree from a recognized foreign dental school
- Successful completion of the National Dental Board Examination Part I and Part II
- TOEFL examination with a minimum score of 550 on the written examination or a minimum score of 213 on the computer examination or a minimum of 80 on the Internet-based examination
- Dental school transcript (evaluated by an evaluation center approved by the University)
Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites. Please reference the Admissions Requirements.
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
Academic Year 2020-2021
| Year of Program: | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $25,500 | $97,000 | $105,680 |
| Fees | $1,946 | $4,636 | $4,596 |
| Books & Supplies | $375 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Instruments | $15,400 | — | — |
| Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms) | — | $1,800 | — |
| Total | $43,221 | $104,936 | $111,776 |
Notes
Expected costs for the 2020-2021 academic year are based on full time attendance. From year to year, increases are anticipated consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
Estimated Living Expenses
Academic Year 2020-2021, off campus, with a roommate
| Year of Program: | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Months enrolled | 3 | 11 | 11 |
| Room & Board | $4,215 | $15,455 | $15,455 |
| Transportation | $960 | $3,520 | $3,520 |
| Personal Expenses | $690 | $2,530 | $2,530 |
Notes
- Amounts are what a student can apply to borrow for the number of months shown in each academic year based on living off campus with a roommate and not with a relative.
- International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on the numbers listed here.
- In general, to qualify for financial aid a student must be enrolled at least half time taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.
