Postdoctoral M.S. Degree or Certificate Program in Periodontics
- A primarily clinical track that leads to a Certificate in Periodontics, and
- A track that includes a substantial research component and leads to a Masters of Science degree in Periodontics
- Both tracks meet the requirements of the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Dental Association
Many of the program’s clinical faculty members—who represent a variety of approaches to clinical problems—are Diplomats of the American Board of Periodontology. The program’s alumni association now includes more than 280 members, including nine Presidents of the American Academy of Periodontology, eight Directors of the American Board of Periodontology, two deans, and several department heads, as well as authors of numerous research projects, peer-reviewed articles, and textbooks.
Admissions Requirements
Prospective postdoctoral students seeking admission for the 2013 starting class may submit applications through July 15, 2012 (on-line). Applicants must have a DDS/DMD or equivalent dental degree (LDS, BDS, etc.). This program does not require the GRE. In addition to your application, you must submit the following:
- Official National Board Part I scores from the National Board of Dental Examiners (US and Canadian applicants only). Applicants shall have passed the National Board Part I, and if possible, Part II.
- Official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores are required for those applicants whose native language is not English.
- Official dental school transcript and diploma.
- Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended, including both pre-professional and professional studies.
- Course-by-course evaluation of dental degree records from Educational Credentials Evaluators (ECE) is required from non-US/non-Canadian applicants.
- Three letters of recommendation from dental school faculty, including a letter from the Dean of your dental school.
Some applicants will be chosen for admission interviews, which are required before acceptance.
Please send all supporting documentation to:
James B. Fine, D.M.D
Program Director
Division of Periodontics
College of Dental Medicine
630 West 168th Street
P&S Box 20
New York, NY 10032
Tel: 212-305-5908
Fax: 212-305-7134
Email: jbf1@columbia.edu
Contact:
Section Administrator: Mr. Mindaugas Paunksnis mp2594@columbia.edu 212-342-0568 or Administrative Assistant: Marianne Gass mek2191@columbia.edu at 212-342-3008