Orthodontics
Length of Program: 1 year
This program offers two options to suit each enrollee's academic interests and needs. Applicants must specify the quarter they would like to begin and the length of program they desire. It is encouraged for trainees to begin during the summer or fall quarter; however, consideration will be given to applicants who would like to begin in other quarters.
Applicants who are interested in a 2-quarter program should apply for the Orthodontics Preceptorship Program.
Number of Positions: 4 (total for ACT and Preceptorship)
Program Director: Dr. Sunil Kapila
The Orthodontics Advanced Clinical Training Program is a full-time clinical and academic program for internationally trained dental school graduates and practitioners who seek introductory orthodontic clinical experience and knowledge. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be able to recognize patients requiring orthodontic therapy and understand the treatment modalities in achieving esthetic and functionally acceptable occlusion for patients with moderately severe malocclusion. This program is not intended for individuals who have already completed orthodontic training in their home countries and are seeking additional educational experiences. Please see the Advanced Orthodontics Advanced Clinical Training Program if this is the case.
A certificate of attendance is awarded upon successful completion of the program. This certificate is not the same as the postgraduate program certificate awarded to full-time international postgraduates in specialty training as a qualification for recognition by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Selection Process & Factors
The admissions committee considers the following criteria in its decisions:
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Academic achievement
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English language proficiency
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Content of confidential reports
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Content of personal statement
A letter of acceptance signed by the Program Director and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs will be issued upon acceptance.
Program Fees
Fees: $57,800 per year starting July 1, 2024 (subject to change)
Certificate Fee: one-time payment of $200 (non-refundable)
Program Fee Schedule | |
Initial payment due | April 5, 50% of annual program fee |
100% refund | 10 weeks before July 1 |
50% refund | 5 weeks before July 1 |
None | less than 5 weeks before July 1 |
Second payment due | Dec 15, 50% of annual program fee |
100% refund | before the start of Winter quarter |
50% refund | within first 5 weeks of Winter quarter |
None | after 5 weeks into Winter quarter |
Contact Us
Postgraduate Programs Officer
Phone: (310) 825-7478
postdds@dentistry.ucla.edu