Orthodontics

The University of Washington Graduate Orthodontics program consists of eleven quarters of academic course work, clinical training, and research experience, leading to a Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) and/or a Certificate in Orthodontics. It is structured as a 33-month program, beginning Summer Quarter (mid-June).

Five students are accepted each year.

Eligible applicants hold a DDS or DMD degree from an accredited dental college in the US, or its equivalent from a foreign institution.

This school does not offer a PhD in Orthodontics. It is possible to combine Orthodontics with a PhD in Oral Health Sciences. Contact the Department of Oral Health Sciences for information on the PhD program.

The UW graduate program in Orthodontics consists of eleven quarters of academic course work, clinical training, and research experience, leading to a Master of Science in Dentistry and/or a Certificate in Orthodontics.

International Requirements

Applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents must satisfy university requirements. Applicants whose native language is not English need a current, valid, official TOEFL IBT score of at least 92 or paper exam of at least 580 to enter the program. TOEFL scores are only valid up to two years after the test date. The UW also requires official certification of adequate financial support after candidate has been selected.

Applicants must apply through PASS, and must also register with the National Matching Service. Application packets are available from the ADEA PASS System May through August.

Department Program Deadline: September 1, 2015.

PASS/MATCH Deadline: Please refer to ADEA website.

Qualified applicants have a dental degree or are in the final year of dental school. They should have a GPA of 3.0 (“B”) or better.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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