Program for Advanced Standing Students
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
The Program for Advanced Standing Students (PASS) at the University of Pennsylvania is a specialized pathway designed for internationally trained dentists seeking licensure in the United States. The program spans two and a half years and culminates in a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, enabling graduates to sit for licensing examinations across all U.S. states. It emphasizes comprehensive clinical and academic competencies aligned with the standard four-year dental curriculum, ensuring graduates meet all requirements for U.S. licensure and practice.
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- 2½ years
- On Campus
- ₹36,87,861/Year
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Program Overview
The Program for Advanced Standing Students (PASS) at the University of Pennsylvania is a specialized pathway designed for internationally trained dentists seeking licensure in the United States. The program spans two and a half years and culminates in a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree, enabling graduates to sit for licensing examinations across all U.S. states. It emphasizes comprehensive clinical and academic competencies aligned with the standard four-year dental curriculum, ensuring graduates meet all requirements for U.S. licensure and practice.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2025-08-01
Apply before 2025-06-01
Program Start
Aug 2025
Programme Structure
Courses include: Health Promotion Endodontics Clinic Oral Medicine Radiology Clinic Personalized Care Oral Surgery Orthodontics Pediatric Dentistry Periodontics Restorative Dentistry
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must hold a DDS/DMD or equivalent degree from their home country, with official credential evaluations conducted by ECE. They must submit valid National Dental Board Examination (NDBE) scores and a comprehensive course-by-course evaluation. Clinical experience in the U.S., Canada, or abroad is highly valued, with priority given to those with significant U.S./Canada clinical exposure, such as shadowing, assisting, or practicing as a licensed dentist. Provisional certificates are not accepted, and applicants must meet all general prerequisites for admission.
Course Fees
₹36,87,861/Year
Annual Fee
2½ years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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