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Last updated on March 8, 2024.

University of Minnesota

Program Size
4
Program Length
26 months
Application Deadline
July 1
Program Start
July 1

Program Contact

W Craig Noblett DDS, MS Director, Division of Endodontics

8-166 Moos Health Sciences Tower

515 Delaware St. SE

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455

Sam Cacciatore Executive Administrative Specialist
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The Graduate Program in Endodontics at the University of Minnesota is one of the oldest endodontic programs in the United States.  It has a long and distinguished history of contributions to the specialty, both through our research efforts and through our graduates.  The program is 26 months in duration, and a Masters thesis is required of each resident.  There is no certificate only option.  Four applicants are accepted each year to start the following summer.  The program begins on July 1 of each year, and concludes with graduation 26 months later on August 31.  

Instruction includes extensive exposure to the scientific literature that forms the knowledge base of endodontics.  In addition, a wide array of new technologies and instruments are incorporated into the educational program. Didactic instruction is in the form of traditional classes as well as seminars, and ample clinic time is provided to develop clinical skills.  Research is also an important part of the curriculum and residents are expected to present table clinics and poster presentations of their research at the American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting.  Graduates of the University of Minnesota are well-equiped to enter the world of practice as well as make signifcant contributions not only to endodontics, but to the entire profession of dentistry.  Please visit our website for more detailed information.  

https://dentistry.umn.edu/degrees-programs/graduate-specialty-and-advanced-education-programs/endodontics

Program Information

Program Type Endodontics
Program Code ENDO51
Degrees Offered Certificate, Masters
Program Size 4
Program Length 26 months
Application Deadline July 1
Program Start Date July 1
Supplemental Application No
Supplemental Fee Yes
Stipend Offered Yes
Match Participating No
Program Website dentistry.umn.edu

Application Requirements

Required Standardized Tests

  • INBDE
  • NBDE1
  • TOEFL
  • Passing the INBDE before matriculation into the advanced dental education program
  • For the specific TOEFL requirements, see below

Supplemental Requirements

  • Requires supplemental fee

TOEFL Requirement Instructions

All candidates whose primary language is not English are required to take the TOEFL within two years of the deadline for applications the year that you apply.  A minimum score of 105 is required.

Other Requirement Instructions

National Board scores for Part 1 are required for all applicants.  Part 2 is highly recommended, or completion of the INDBE.  At minimum, the INDBE should be scheduled prior to submitting an application

SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION FEE LINK: https://sod-umn.nbsstore.net/aepe-application-fee-us-and-canadian-dental-schools

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

July 11 -12