Loma Linda University
- California
- Prosthodontics
- dentistry.llu.edu
Program Contact
Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry
Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics
11092 Anderson St., Room 3312
Loma Linda, California, 92350
PASS application, LLU Supplemental application, and all required application materials deadline is August 15, 2025
The Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics is designed to increase the knowledge base and clinical and laboratory skills of the student in all areas of prosthodontics. In addition to conventional fixed and removable prosthodontics, this program offers considerable experience in esthetic dentistry and implant prosthodontics (to include surgical placement), an introduction to maxillofacial prosthetics, and the diagnosis and treatment planning of patients with temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD).
Comprehensive treatment planning seminars with the students and faculty of other graduate programs are designed to prepare the student to interact with and coordinate the treatment of patients requiring advanced prosthodontic treatment
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is offered by a CODA-accredited institution |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Prosthodontics |
| Program Code | PROS404 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Fellowship, Internship, Masters |
| Program Size | 4 (estimate) |
| Program Length | 36 months |
| Application Deadline | August 15 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | Yes |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | No |
| Match Participating | No |
| Program Website | dentistry.llu.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- 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
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
GPA and Class Rank - A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher. Applicants should request the dean of their dental school to provide a letter with their official GPA and class rank.
Curriculum Vitae - Applicants must include their curriculum vitae
Transcript(s) - from all post-secondary institutions from which the applicant received credit whether or not the work pertains to their LLU degree. Only official transcript(s) will be accepted.
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)
- Other - Contact the program
Interview Schedule
Interviews will be held in Septmeber.