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International Dentist Program

Description of Program

The VCU School of Dentistry International Dentist Program offers foreign-trained dentists an opportunity to enter the DDS dental degree program in the third year. A 14-week preparatory phase is a mandatory program prior to entering the third year. The program is open to foreign-trained dentists with established residency in Virginia.

The program is still in planning stages and requires final university approval.

Program Details

  • Length of Program: 25 months, including a 14-week preparatory program
  • Program Application Deadline: November 1, 2009 at 5:00PM
  • Start Date: April 2010
  • Class Size: 5 students will be accepted in 2010
  • Degree Awarded: D.D.S.

Admission Requirements and More Information

Additional information about the program can be found on the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) web site. Information including requirements to apply to the program can be found by clicking here.

Contact Information

Dr. Riki Gottlieb
Virginia Commonwealth University
School of Dentistry
International Dentist Program
520 N. 12th Street
Richmond, VA 23298
Phone: (804) 828-2977
Fax: (804) 828-3159
E-mail: idp@vcu.edu