West Virginia University
- West Virginia
- Periodontics
- dentistry.wvu.edu
Program Contact
1 Medical Center Dr., P.O. Box 9490, Morgantown, West Virginia, 26506
The School of Dentistry and the Department of Periodontics offer a program of advanced study and clinical training leading to a specialist certificate in periodontics and dental implant surgery and the degree of Master of Science.
The program requires a minimum of 34 months (three academic years and two summers) of full time residency in the School of Dentistry. It is designed to qualify dentists for careers in periodontic clinical practice, teaching and research.
The program is organized into five components: biomedical science didactics, periodontal didactics, clinical activity, research, and teaching.
Students will earn:
- a certificate in periodontics and will be qualified to test with the American Board of Periodontology
- an academic Master of Science degree that requires the development of an in-depth research problem which must be reported in the form of a thesis.
This program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association.
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Periodontics |
| Program Code | PERIO840 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate, Masters |
| Program Size | 2 (estimate) |
| Program Length | 34 months |
| Application Deadline | September 15 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | Yes |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Stipend Offered | Yes |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | dentistry.wvu.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
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental application
- Requires supplemental fee
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
Transcripts should be submitted to PASS. Additionally, if invited to interview a WVU Graduate application must be submitted. Submission of transcripts is recommended at that time, but if accepted will be required.
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
Standard PASS evaluation requirements apply one institution evaluation and three to five professional evaluations.
TOEFL Requirement Instructions
Please refer to West Virginia University Graduate Admissions Requirements for International Students
https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/information-for/international-students .
Other Requirement Instructions
Applicants selected to interview will be notified by email and must submit a WVU Graduate Application and a $60 fee before the interview date. This should not be submitted prior to a request.
Make sure you have reviewed the full list of requirements on our website at https://dentistry.hsc.wvu.edu/students/master-of-science/periodontics-and-dental-implant-surgery/
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)
- Program offers sponsorship - will provide an I-20 for applicants to apply for F1 visa.
Additional Information
All residents:
- Are subject to a criminal background check prior to matriculation.
- Are also required to submit documentation of required immunizations. Information will be provided with an acceptance offer notification.
- Must be eligible for and obtain a West Virginia dental license or a dental resident/intern permit prior to first day of program orientation.
International Students...The admissions office cannot answer specific questions about student visas, immigration-related concerns, and financial aid. The WVU Office of Global Affairs and International Students and Scholars Services should be contacted if further information is needed.
* Note that the stipend is offered for the third year only.