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COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY
Advanced Standing Dental Program
MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
We are thrilled you want to learn more about the UNMC College of Dentistry. Our
college has a 120 year history of excellence in education, research and patient care,
and an exciting future. What sets us apart from other dental schools is our small,
supportive learning community. Our faculty and staff are passionate about helping
our students thrive.
We recently added new state-of-the-art learning spaces - our clinical and virtual
simulation laboratory and digital design studio - where our students use the most
innovative learning technology available today to learn the latest clinical techniques
and skills. By adding this technology to our supportive learning community, we are
offering a unique educational experience that guides our students to becoming
Janet M. Guthmiller, D.D.S., Ph.D. competent, passionate oral health care providers.
Dean, College of Dentistry
While many other things set the UNMC College of Dentistry apart, the foundation
of our long-standing tradition of excellence is our extraordinary people, including our
students who contribute to our mission of improving the oral health of the people of
Nebraska and beyond through participating in outreach activities, serving our patients
and conducting research. We are always excited to welcome new learners into our
community who share our passion for improving the lives of others through oral
health care. We invite you to come visit and see what makes the UNMC College of
Dentistry special.
FAQs
What is the purpose of the UNMC College of Dentistry Program Details
Advanced Standing Program?
Length of program: 29 months
The Advanced Standing Dental Program allows dentists educat-
ed outside of the United States the opportunity to earn a Doctor Application opens: March
of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree. Upon successful completion Application deadline: July 1, 2022
of the 29-month program, students are eligible to apply for
Start date: January 2, 2023
licensing to practice dentistry in the United States.
Class size: 4-6
Who is the program for? Degree awarded: D.D.S.
The Advanced Standing Dental Program has been developed
for individuals who have completed the equivalent of a D.M.D.
How big are the dental classes?
or D.D.S. program in a non-U.S. or Canadian accredited dental
Our dental classes have 52 students.
school. It is intended for individuals who are interested in purs-
ing a dental career in the U.S. or are interested in returning to Student Demographics
their country with additional skills acquired in a U.S. accredited Among the first-year students in 2021:
D.D.S. program. • 69% are Nebraska residents, 60% are from rural areas
The program is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. • 54% female, 46% male
• Average GPA: 3.67
What do students learn? • Average DAT: 20
Advanced Standing students are fully integrated into the
What is Lincoln, Nebraska like?
second-year, second-semester curriculum which incorporates
preclinical general dentistry didactic and laboratory courses. In Lincoln is a vibrant and safe city of nearly 300,000 people. It has
addition, this curriculum includes a course specially designed for many of the cultural and entertainment benefits of a much larger
the Advanced Standing student to ensure a seamless integra- city, with the feel of a friendly Midwestern community.
tion into the clinic, as well as prepare for third- and fourth- year • #1 America’s Healthiest Small Cities (Daily Finance)
didactic courses. • Top 20 - America’s Thriving Cities (The Daily Beast)
This curricular concept prepares the student with the foundation • #7 Best City for College Students (American Institute for
for providing comprehensive patient care in all facets of general Economic Research)
dentistry and understanding of treatment protocols, materials • #9 Best Places to Live (Liveability)
and techniques. • #3 U.S. City, Quality of Life (Nerdwallet)
Why the UNMC College of Dentistry? “Of all the
Small class sizes and faculty-to-student ratios Hands-on learning with community outreach schools I
With a small class size, our students thrive in our Our many community outreach programs interviewed
close-knit, supportive environment. Students (Special Olympics, SHARING Clinic, etc.) allow at, I strong-
receive personalized guidance and mentoring students to volunteer their time and talents to ly felt the
from our nationally renowned faculty members provide services to underserved populations that UNMC
who have expertise in all areas of dentistry. have little or no access to oral health care. Stu- College of Dentistry was
dents have memorable, rewarding experiences the school for me. First
Hands-on learning via simulations
helping those in need while they practice their
In our innovative clinical and virtual simulation
and foremost, the
clinical and communication skills.
laboratory, students learn the latest clinical faculty here are very
techniques through virtual dental trainers which Collaborative, interactive classroom learning approachable and
use the most advanced simulation technology to Our faculty members utilize the latest interac- welcoming. They will go
achieve a high level of realism, allowing students tive classroom technology. We are a leader in the extra mile to help.
to feel the difference between enamel, dentin, developing innovative e-modules to teach im- Second, the college
pulp and caries. Cutting-edge 3D, virtual reality portant concepts and our iWall allows students offers amazing tech-
and haptics technology allow students to navigate to interact with educational content through
nology like the digital
and manipulate virtual clinical environments. touch-enabled software and virtual reality. To our
design studio. The day I
knowledge, we are the only dental program in
Hands-on learning in digital dentistry
the world with an iWall, offering our students a
interviewed here I told
In our new digital design studio, students have truly unique educational experience. myself, ‘UNMC, here I
access to the latest CAD/CAM technology for come!’” - Rooh Afza,
Student-lead research projects
designing dentures and restorations, and an class of 2022
equipment studio with milling machines, 3D Our students lead cutting-edge, award-winning
printers and other technology. research projects with guidance from our faculty.
Students have opportunities to present their
Hands-on learning in patient care clinics “One of the
research findings at national meetings and many
We have created a highly effective clinical model receive top honors for their work.
reasons I
that closely resembles providing comprehen- chose the
sive care within a private practice. Students are Extraordinary faculty UNMC
assigned to teams that provide patients with all Our faculty have a great impact on our students’ College of
the care they need. This clinic model promotes success. Many of our faculty are: dedicated prac- Dentistry
a sense of teamwork and helps students build titioners, providing patient care using the latest
was the small class
relationships with their patients. clinical techniques; involved with cutting-edge
sizes compared to other
research; lead local and national outreach activ-
Hands-on learning in specialties
ities for underserved populations; and serve in
colleges. Students have
Students can work alongside postgraduate leadership roles in organizations including the more opportunities to
residents to provide care to patients with more American Dental Education Association. interact with profes-
advanced treatment needs in our six specialty sors and receive more
clinics: endodontics, orthodontics, pediatric Focus on student wellness
individualized feedback
dentistry, periodontics, general practice residency Students have access to a wealth of health and
which enhances learn-
and advanced education in general dentistry. After wellness services to help them build skills to
graduation, students are encouraged to apply for enhance their well-being. We offer a very
ing.” - Karla Mejia, class
UNMC’s advanced education residencies. supportive environment where students thrive.
of 2022
Application Procedure
Applicants must apply through the ADEA Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists (CAAPID) at:
adea.org.CAAPIDapp
The UNMC College of Dentistry is committed to complying • Letters must be written in English and signed by the
with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. letter writer on official letterhead with contact informa-
Residency Status: The UNMC College of Dentistry will accept tion (telephone number and email) on letterhead.
U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents. • Writers must submit letters of evaluation directly to
ADEA CAAPID.
English Language Proficiency
• Must be proficient in speaking and reading English. Transcripts and Evaluations
• All non-native English speaking applicants must take the • Applicant must submit a detailed evaluation by ECE or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Appli- WES to ADEA CAAPID.
cants must score at least 95 on the internet-based test. • If chosen for an interview, the applicant must submit
• The ETS Institution Code for UNMC is 6896. the official transcripts and degree certificates from their
• Only scores from TOEFL exams taken after October 1, dental school directly to the program. This includes any
2019, will be accepted. Original TOEFL scores must be additional educational programs following dental school.
submitted from TOEFL directly to ADEA CAAPID.
Application Fees
National Board Dental Examination Requirements
• Application fee is $250 (separate from the ADEA
• Applicants must pass NBDE Parts I and II or the INBDE. CAAPID application fee) and interview fee is $500,
• If an interview is offered, submission of official National includes psychomotor skills assessment.
Board Dental Scores will be requested. • Admitted and accepted students must pay a nonrefund-
Letters of Evaluations able tuition deposit.
Three letters of evaluation are required:
• One letter of evaluation must come from a former faculty If an interview is offered, the following supplemental applica-
member. Two letters of evaluation should come from for- tion material may be requested by the program:
mer mentors or employers who can attest to character, • National Board Scores
conduct and professional ability of the applicant. (Letters • A copy of the applicant’s dental license, if applicable.
must come from different writers.) • Proof of U.S. residency or U.S. citizenship (passport or
• Letters must be less than 1 year old. permanent resident card).
UNMC College of Dentistry For more information, please contact:
4000 East Campus Loop South Julie A. Marshall, D.D.S., M.S., Program Director
Lincoln, NE 68583-0740 402-472-8820 | jmarshal@unmc.edu
unmc.edu/dentistry Julie Buss, Admissions
402-472-6261 | jbuss@unmc.edu
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