Last updated on February 26, 2025.

University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry

Program Size
4 (estimate)
Program Length
12-24 months
Application Deadline
September 15
Program Start
July 1

Program Contact

Dr. Marcio Ortegosa

UMKC School of Dentistry, 650 E. 25th St., Kansas City, Missouri, 64108-2795

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This residency program offers an advanced comprehensive clinical experience with residents providing basic to complex care. The program bridges the gap between dental school and dental practice. The clinical component includes training in comprehensive treatment planning incorporating current procedures and technologies. Residents have hands-on access to digital dentistry technology and work flow. The didactic component provides training in clinically-related sciences and practice management. It is a 12-month program with an optional second year focused on more advanced general dentistry. 

For details regarding US & International Dental School Graduates, it is important that you review the application and eligibilty criteria at the link below:
AEGD Application Information for US & International Dental School Graduates (click here)

Program Information

Accreditation This program is accredited by CODA
Program Type Advanced Education in General Dentistry
Program Code AEGD117
Degrees Offered Certificate
Program Size 4 (estimate)
Program Length 12-24 months
Application Deadline September 15
Program Start Date July 1
Supplemental Application Yes
Supplemental Fee Yes
Stipend Offered Yes
Match Participating No
Program Website dentistry.umkc.edu

Application Requirements

Required Standardized Tests

  • INBDE
  • NBDE1
  • NBDE2
  • TOEFL
  • Passing the INBDE before matriculation into the advanced dental education program
  • Passing the INBDE before the advanced dental education program deadline
  • It is important that you review the application and eligibility requirements at the link provide in the 'Program Description' section above

Supplemental Requirements

  • Requires supplemental application
  • Requires supplemental fee

Transcript Evaluation and Instructions

Must be uploaded to your PASS 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

Interview Schedule

October 27, 2025