University of Louisville
- Kentucky
- Endodontics
- louisville.edu
Program Contact
University of Louisville School of Dentistry, 501 South Preston Street, Louisville, Kentucky, 40202
This 24-month program uses didactic and clinical components to develop skilled clinicians who are well-prepared to function as endodontic specialists and to complete the certification process of the American Board of Endodontics. The didactic portion of the curriculum explores the biomedical sciences upon which modern clinical endodontics is based. This is accomplished via didactic courses and seminars along with a comprehensive review of the endodontic literature. Additionally, an ongoing review of current journal publications and general endodontics-related topics occurs. The clinical portion of the program is extensive with residents typically completing an ample number of cases. Case review is conducted weekly with residents presenting all their cases to attending faculty and fellow residents. Each resident is involved in clinical teaching in the pre-doctoral clinic and laboratory, as well as presenting lectures and leading seminars for other residents. A formal research project with manuscript construction is required. Several types of examinations are used periodically to measure progress in the program.
While previous clinical experience or advanced education residency is not required, applicants are better positioned having one or more years of experience in general dentistry.
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Endodontics |
| Program Code | ENDO41 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Masters |
| Program Size | 3 |
| Program Length | 24 months |
| Application Deadline | July 1 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | No |
| Match Participating | No |
| Program Website | louisville.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- INBDE
- NBDE1
- NBDE2
- TOEFL
- Passing the INBDE before matriculation into the advanced dental education program
- All official results for required examinations should be submitted through the ADEA PASS system.
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental fee
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
All official transcripts should be submitted throught the ADEA PASS system.
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
Three are required. Candidates are encouraged to have at least two of those be from endodontists.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
Required, if English is not the applicant's primary language.
Other Requirement Instructions
Once an application is complete, candidates will receive an email with instructions on how to submit the $50.00 required supplemental application fee.
Although not a distinct requirement for application or selection to the program, satisfactory completion of the INBDE or both parts of the NBDE is a program graduation requirement, thus passing such exams prior to application puts individuals in an advantageous position.
Only the indicated standardized tests are required, If others (such as the ADAT) are accomplished and the scores submitted, those results may be considered as part of an application.
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
In-person, formal interviews will be conducted on Friday, 11 July 2025. This all-day event is by invitation only.
Additional Information
Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by e-mail with specific instructions. At that time a 2" x 2" photo must be electronically submitted to the program.