Overview

Students of the Orthodontics program from Jacksonville University must be prepared to undertake an intensive, continuous, full-time course of study in addition to heavy supervised clinical training in various contemporary orthodontic techniques.

Program structure

The Advanced Specialty Program in Orthodontics' classes begin in July of each year with an Orientation period of two weeks. By the end of the first year it is expected that each student will have initiated comprehensive orthodontic treatment for a minimum of fifty (50) patients after completion of a pre-clinical training course.

Students are introduced to a variety of treatment philosophies, with an emphasis on pre-adjusted appliances and related techniques. Supervising clinical Faculty present their philosophies in daily diagnosis and treatment planning seminars. A variety of clinical techniques are demonstrated and utilized in the school's state-of-the-art orthodontic clinical facility.

Academic requirements

Academic requirements for the 27-month combined Orthodontic Certificate and Master of Science in Dentistry program are as follows:

Compliance with the program's policies and protocols as described in the Student's Handbook
Successful completion of the mandatory coursework, designated assignments and final examinations
Validation of clinical competencies through delivering evidence-based patient care for assigned patients under Faculty supervision
Passing the Written Examination of the American Board of Orthodontics (2nd Year - Spring Semester)
Completion of the research component of the program with successful submission of a final Thesis which will be presented to a panel including faculty and your fellow residents
Completion of 76 credit hours.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Orthodontics
Principles of Research
Ortho Literature Review
Evaluation of the Orthodontic Patient
Philosophy of Biomechanics and Orthodontic Mechanotherapy II
Biomedical Core

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jacksonville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

U.S. or Canadian Dental School Transcripts or equivalent if international
Institutional Evaluation Form (IEF)
Essay stating goals and purpose
3 Professional Evaluation Forms (PEF)
International dental graduate students must possess a U.S. or Canadian Dental Degree or the educational equivalent as determined by the Program Director of the School of Orthodontics.
US National Board scores Part I & II (if available)
TOEFL scores above the 90th percentile (270 computer, 610 paper)
Letters of recommendation (3) from either the Dean of your Dental School, or Dental School Faculty, or other Professional Colleagues; all of whom can attest to the character and background of the applicant
Autobiographical sketch stating goals and purpose
Current US Visa (in case of interview)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

70000 USD / year

≈ 70000 USD / year
Out-of-State

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year

Living costs

Jacksonville

United States

1033 - 1668 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Academic requirements

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Jacksonville

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