The Ohio State University
- Ohio
- Orthodontics
- dentistry.osu.edu
Program Contact
The Ohio State University, College of Dentistry, Division of Orthodontics, 4088 Postle Hall, 305 W. 12th Ave., Columbus, Ohio, 43210-1267
The Division of Orthodontics offers a program in specialty education at the graduate level, fulfilling eligibility requirements for The American Board of Orthodontics. This program, leading to a certificate and M.S. degree is accredited by the Council on Dental Education of the American Dental Association. Students will be admitted to the Graduate School and as such will be eligible to register for all relevant graduate-level courses offered by the University.
The 33 month program follows OSU’s semester system. Its intent is to provide the graduate student with a thorough education in clinical orthodontics. In addition, the graduate student will gain experience in conducting and evaluating research and will be provided the opportunity to participate in pre-doctoral and graduate level teaching.
The program includes instruction and extensive experience in diagnosis and treatment planning, biomechanics, orthognathic surgery and other interdisciplinary procedures. The resident will have the opportunity of treating the full range of different malocclusions in children and adults. Clinical facilities at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provide a well-structured, interdisciplinary and clinically rewarding experience in the treatment of patients with orofacial clefts and other craniofacial anomalies. Graduates are traditionally able to complete active treatment for approximately 80% of their patients.
All residents obtain a M.S. degree by completing and defending a research project that meets the requirements of the Graduate School. Research topics include both clinical and basic sciences through a wide range of opportunities available within the college, including, but not limited to orthodontic and surgical outcomes, materials science, genetics and molecular biology. The Division requires a publishable form of the thesis for submission to appropriate peer-reviewed journals. The Division and College also encourage residents to present their scientific results at regional and national meetings.
Teaching experience is gained from involvement in laboratory and clinical instruction and from the delivery of a limited number of seminars and lectures on the pre- and post-doctoral levels.
Also see this website for more information:https://dentistry.osu.edu/careers-start-here/mscertificate-programs/mscertificate-orthodontics
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Orthodontics |
| Program Code | ORTHO915 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Masters |
| Program Size | 5 |
| Program Length | 33 months |
| Application Deadline | August 15 |
| Program Start Date | June 15 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | Yes |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | dentistry.osu.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- GRE
- TOEFL
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental fee
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
While we ask for three (3) Professional Faculty Evaluations (letters of recommendation), we ask that at least one (preferably two) be from an orthodontics faculty member.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
TOEFL is only required if English is not the applicant's primary language unless the applicant has an advanced degree in an English speaking country.
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 (program offers sponsorship)
Interview Schedule
Sunday, October 19, 2025 - Social
Monday, October 20, 2025 - Interviews
Additional Information
Additional Materials, attach all to email to orthodontics@osu.edu. (Please do not place supplemental materials in mail. Mailed documents will place application in NOT COMPLETED status.)
DOMESTIC STUDENTS:
1) Unofficial copy of undergraduate transcript ONLY from school from which you received your undergraduate degree (WITH FINAL GPA)
2) 2x2 color photograph
3) Match participation letter - see website
4) Unofficial NBDE/INBDE results, if you have them
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
1) Unofficial copy of undergraduate transcript ONLY from school from which you received your undergraduate degree (WITH FINAL GPA)
2) 2x2 color photograph
3) Diplomas
4) Unofficial NBDE/INBDE results, if you have them
5) Match participation letter - see website