Loma Linda University
- California
- Pediatric Dentistry
- dentistry.llu.edu
Program Contact
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
11092 Anderson St. Prince Hall, Room 3311
Loma Linda, California, 92350
PASS application, LLU Supplemental application, and all required application materials deadline is October 1, 2025
The Advanced Dental Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry is designed to prepare residents for a practice limited to the care of children and adolescents. Completion of the curriculum leads to the award of a certificate in pediatric dentistry.
Clinical pediatric dentistry is emphasized; however, this clinical experience is balanced with a didactic curriculum of multidisciplinary courses and seminars. There is also a research component to the program designed to expose residents to problem solving using the scientific method. The program requires a minimum of 24 months in residence and begins on July 1st each year to fulfill the requirements of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
The goals of the Advanced Dental Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry are:
Goal 1: To prepare the resident to be a specialist who is proficient in providing comprehensive, preventive, and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs.
Goal 2: To provide an educational structure that complies with the standards set forth by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
Goal 3: To prepare residents for the practice of pediatric dentistry.
Goal 4: To train pediatric residents to participate in pediatric dental research
Goal 5: To train pediatric residents to participate in teaching pediatric dentistry.
Goal 6: To prepare the resident for certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is offered by a CODA-accredited institution |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Pediatric Dentistry |
| Program Code | PED301 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Masters |
| Program Size | 4 (estimate) |
| Program Length | 24 months |
| Application Deadline | October 1 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | Yes |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | No |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | dentistry.llu.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- GRE
- INBDE
- NBDE1
- NBDE2
- TOEFL
- Passing the INBDE before the advanced dental education program deadline
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental application
- Requires supplemental fee
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
Official transcripts and documents should be mailed to:
Loma Linda University
Admissions Processing
11139 Anderson St.
Loma Linda, CA 92350
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who have known and worked closely with the candidate are required in support of an application. Letters of recommendation are valid for no more than two consecutive years for the same program.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
English Proficiency Exam - Regardless of nationality or citizenship, an applicant whose native language is not English or whose secondary education has been given outside the U.S. is required to pass one of the following English proficiency tests: TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB.
Other Requirement Instructions
The program director presents the rank order for admission for discussion and approval. That rank order is then submitted to the Match Program. Applicants and programs will receive the results of the "Match" directly from the Match Program.
Candidates are offered acceptance through the Match. They must submit a nonrefundable deposit check of $1,000 to hold a place in the entering class. These funds will be applied towards tuition and fees for the first quarter of study.
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 held in November.