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Frequently Asked Questions - Advanced Placement DDS Program

What are the requirements for admissions?
The requirements for admissions are listed in the Admissions/Application Requirements section. (click here for admissions webpage)

What is the application procedure?
As of June 8, 2009 a new electronic application has been created by ADEA, the Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists CAAPID. The deadline to submit the electronic application and supplemental material is January 4th. For more information please check the Admissions/Application Requirements section. (click here for admissions webpage)

Where do I send my application fee and photo?
The application fee of $100 (non-refundable) and 2x2 color photo should be sent along with the supplemental material to:

New York University College of Dentistry
Office of Admissions
345 East 24th St.
New York, NY 10010-4086.
Re: AP 2010

How many new dental students are enrolled annually?
About 125 applicants are enrolled into the Advanced Placement DDS Program each year.

What were the average scores for those accepted into the Advanced Placement Program last year?
The average score for the National Board exam was 86 and the average GPA for those accepted was 3.38. (ECE Format)

What is the minimum score required by NYUCD on the TOEFL exam?
There are 2 versions of the TOEFL exam. On the Computer-based Test, the minimum score is 230. On the Internet-based Test (iBT), the minimum score is 90. The Institute Code for NYUCD is 2597 and the Department Code is 38.

What is the procedure to reapply for the next academic year?
Applicants who wish to apply for the next academic year would only need to submit a new application, a new application fee, a new personal statement, and any additional documents that you would like to be considered. Also note that the TOEFL exam may need to be retaken as these scores expire after two years.

Are Provisional Certificates/Internship Certificates acceptable as proof of my dental school diploma?
Please be aware that we are unable to accept provisional certificates and/or internship certificates as substitutes for your official dental school diploma. To be considered for this program, applicants must submit a notarized copy of the official dental school diploma. Substitutes of this document will not be considered.

What is the best way to check on the status of my application?
To check upon the status of your application, please call our number at 212-998-9818. This is the most efficient method to check upon the completion of your application. Only applicants to the programs can inquire about the completion of their file when a call is made. To protect the confidentiality of our applicant's, please do not have others call on your behalf.

Do you offer financial aid for international students?
As you may be aware, the current U.S. Banking crisis has made access to financial aid more difficult, especially for international students. In past years New York University, in cooperation with major lending institutions, has been able to offer international students access to private loans that did not require a U.S. co-signer. But as of this date, private loans for international students without a U.S. co-signer do not exist.