Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

A limited number of candidates are accepted into the Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) program. Candidates applying for this program must have completed a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery or international equivalent.

The program does not involve participation in oral and maxillofacial surgery clinical care. The program requires that candidates complete a major research effort related to oral and maxillofacial surgery and/or oral biology. This research is usually conducted in conjunction with research faculty of the University. The goal is for students to develop the ability to focus, analyze, and organize complex data to address an issue in a way that contributes to the literature.

The Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) requires a minimum of 12 months of full-time enrollment.

Curriculum

Research Requirement (1.00 unit)

• SDM OS 990 Research: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Other coursework may be assigned at the discretion of the research advisor and the department chair.

Completion is not tracked by unit accumulation but by successful completion of individual courses and duration requirements.

Application

For application to the MSD program, please use the post-doctoral application support service (PASS) for admissions. Applications may be obtained by contacting PASS directly at 202-289-8123 or 800-353-2237; or PASS, 1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1100B, Washington, D.C. 20005-2403; or by visiting their website.