University of Minnesota
- Minnesota
- Periodontics
- dentistry.umn.edu
Program Contact
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, 515 Delaware Street SE, 7-368 Moos Tower, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455
Time is approximately allocated for our 3 year MS program as follows: 65% clinical experience [250 - 350 cases], 15% didactic, 15% research and 5% teaching predoctoral dental students. Students obtain clinical experience in the full spectrum of periodontics, such as guided tissue regeneration, conscious sedation, implantology, guided bone regeneration, and conventional forms of periodontal therapy. Residents will also have the opportunity to work with various virtual implant planning software, 3D printers, lasers, and PRF centrifuges. A multidisciplinary approach to therapy is available through joint treatment with other advanced education programs in: prosthodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, oral & maxillofacial surgery, and pediatric dentistry. PhD candidates obtain similar clinical experience as MS students. However, their curriculum is distributed over 6+ years with expanded opportunities in didactic and research activities (approximately 35% clinical, 30% didactic, and 35% research).
Additional details on the Advanced Education Program in Periodontology can be found at:
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Periodontics |
| Program Code | PERIO801 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Masters, Other |
| Program Size | 3 (estimate) |
| Program Length | 36 months |
| Application Deadline | September 15 |
| Program Start Date | June 22 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | Yes |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | dentistry.umn.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- TOEFL
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental fee
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
Official transcripts for your dental degree must be submitted in your online application. We highly encourage you to submit official copies of your undergraduate transcripts (if applicable) as well.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
International applicants who do not qualify for an English profiency score exemption (see "Coursework" section of this website) must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores on ADEA PASS. Scores must be from the last two years. A TOEFL score must be equal to or greater than 102 or the IELTS score must be equal to or greater than 7.5.
Other Requirement Instructions
A supplemental application processing fee is required for your application to be considered complete. The application fee $100 for domestic applicants and $125 for international applicants.
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
Interviews will be conducted approximately in October 2025.
Additional Information
Personal Statement:
- Short and long-term goals in dentistry.
- Why you are applying to the Advanced Education Program in Periodontology at the University of Minnesota.
- Your perception of how a residency program will help your future.
- Any other information that you consider pertinent to your application.
Diversity Statement
- Please write a brief statement about your commitment to diversity in the field of dentistry.