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School of Dentistry
The Advanced Dental Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry emphasizes clinical experience balanced with a didactic curriculum of multidisciplinary courses and seminars. There is also a research component to the program designed to expose residents to problem solving using the scientific method. An optional master of science (MS) degree or master of science in dentistry (MSD) degree track is available to students currently enrolled in the certificate program.
The goals of the Advanced Dental Education Program in Pediatric Dentistry are:
Goal 1: To prepare the resident to be a specialist who is proficient in providing comprehensive, preventive, and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs.
Goal 2: To provide an educational structure that complies with the standards set forth by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Goal 3: To prepare residents for the practice of pediatric dentistry.
Goal 4: To train pediatric dentists who have participated in pediatric dental research.
Goal 5: To train pediatric dentists who have participated in teaching pediatric dentistry.
Goal 6: To prepare the resident for certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Gainful Employment Disclosure
As part of new federal regulations, LLU is providing required information regarding the following gainful employment (GE) program. The following link will provide information regarding the cost of the certificate, financing available, median debt, normal timeframe for completion, and job placement rates for students that have completed this program. To view this information, Click Here.
Applicants who have transcripts from non-US dental schools must submit a translated course-by-course transcript report from one of the following agencies (See International Transcript Information):
Official Degree Certificate (for all international applicants) - Any foreign transcript (or mark sheet) that does not list on it the graduation information, including the actual degree earned, must be supported by an official degree certificate or school-verified copy of the degree certificate mailed directly from the issuing institution to Admissions Processing, Loma Linda University.
Dental License (for all international applicants) - All applicants who have received their dental school training outside of the United States or Canada must have a current dental license from their country and submit a notarized copy with their application.
In addition, an English Proficiency test score is required for all International applicants as well:
English Proficiency Exam - Regardless of nationality or citizenship, an applicant whose native language is not English or whose secondary education has been given outside the U.S. is required to pass one of the following English proficiency tests:
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Year of Program Months Enrolled |
Year 1 12 |
Year 2 12 |
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Tuition & Fees | $82,260 | $82,260 |
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school) |
$4,400 | $2,200 |
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
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