Children's Hospital Boston
- Massachusetts
- Pediatric Dentistry
- dme.childrenshospital.org
Program Contact
Boston Children's Hospital, Department of Dentistry, 300 Longwood Ave. BCH 3473, Boston, Massachusetts, 02115
ATTN: Mary Corbet
This dynamic training program is committed to providing the very best training in preparation for a fulfilling career in pediatric dentistry. The breadth and depth of clinical instruction opportunities in pediatric dentistry and craniofacial development are unparalleled. Since its inception in the 1950s, our pediatric dentistry training program has undergone major increases in size and scope. What has remained unchanged throughout the years, however, has been our strong commitment to the development of future leaders in the field of pediatric dentistry. Our residents are chosen not only on the basis of their academic credentials but also on their human qualities. We feel strongly that kind, compassiontate, dedicated and collegial professionals, who work well together, are central to a fulfilling training experience for all. We admit 7 candidates per year and have become one of the most desired and sought after residency programs in the field of pediatric dentistry in the United States. The depth of our program is unparalleled, not only in terms of sheer numbers of patients, but also the types of patients our residents treat and the types of treatment offered. It is not unusual for our residents to consult on and treat patients who have the rarest of syndromes or diagnoses. Our patients come from all over the world to be seen at Boston Children's Hospital.
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Pediatric Dentistry |
| Program Code | PED318 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate |
| Program Size | 7 |
| Program Length | 24 months |
| Application Deadline | September 1 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | No |
| Stipend Offered | Yes, $81,456.71 for PGY1 in AY26, plus annual one-time lump sum $10,000 cost of living bonus |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | dme.childrenshospital.org |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- INBDE
- NBDE1
- NBDE2
- TOEFL
- Passing the INBDE before the Match deadline
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
This program requires official dental school transcripts, as well as unofficial copies of undergraduate transcripts and post-graduate transcripts (if applicable). All transcripts must be uploaded to ADEA PASS.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
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Categories |
Tests Taken Before January 21, 2026* |
Tests Taken After January 21, 2026 |
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Overall Score |
90 |
4.5 |
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Speaking |
23 |
4.5 |
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Writing |
21 |
4.5 |
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Reading |
21 |
4.5 |
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Listening |
17 |
4.5 |
- Bachelor’s Degree (e.g., BA, BS)
- Master’s Degree, 2-year minimum (e.g., MS, MA, MPH)
- Doctoral Degree (e.g., PhD, EdD)
- Dental Degree (DMD, DDS)
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We will only accept TOEFL iBT scores.
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We will accept MyBest scores.
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We prefer TOEFL iBT tests taken in person, but we will also accept TOEFL iBT Home Edition.
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We will not accept test scores over two years old.
Other Requirement Instructions
- Official Transcripts (D.D.S., D.M.D. or non-U.S. equivalent)
- Unofficial undergraduate transcripts and post-graduate transcripts (if applicable)
- Official NBDE (Part I and II) or Original INBDE scores - sent directly to ADEA PASS via American Dental Association (ADA)
- Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
- 2 x 2 photograph (please attach it to the CV within ADEA PASS. If unable to to do so, please email a copy to the Program Coordinator).
- TOEFL scores (if applicable) - sent directly to ADEA PASS via Educational Testing Service (ETS)
International Student Eligibility
This program will consider applicants who graduated, or plan to graduate, from a non-CODA accredited dental school: Yes
Applicants are eligible to enroll if they are:
- US Citizen
- US Permanent Resident
- Canadian Citizen
- Canadian Permanent Resident
- Non-US Citizen/Resident (applicant must obtain their own sponsorship)
Interview Schedule
Interviews will be conducted in-person at our 2 Brookline Place clinic on Friday, December 4, 2026 from 7am to 5pm. Detailed schedules to be determined closer to the interview date.
Additional Information
Harvard School of Dental Medicine requires all students to pay a mandatory tuition of $2,223 (AY 2026, thus subject to annual increase). They also offer a basic insurance plan for students which costs approximately $1,800 (AY 2026, thus subject to annual increase). Most of our residents opt for the BCH Medical and Dental insurance plan which is deducted bi-weekly from their paycheck.
In addition to an annual salary ($81,456.71 for PGY1 AY26), the program offers a once per year lump sum $10,000 cost of living bonus.