Master of Science in Dentistry

Virginia Commonwealth University

In addition to the general admission requirements of the VCU Graduate School, the following requirements represent the minimum acceptable standards for admission:Graduation from an accredited university or its equivalent, with a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry or the international equivalentFor international students, an external credential evaluation of all international transcripts to complete the application (WES, ECE, and AACRAO are some of the recommended NACES-approved providers.)One “deans letter” from the academic institution from which the individual received the dental degree that gives class rank, GPA and overall academic recommendationTwo letters of recommendation from individuals who are in a position to judge the applicants ability to engage in graduate study and pursue advanced dental trainingA written letter of professional intent or biographical statement that reflects the candidates desire to pursue the specialty and the intent upon receipt of the degree and certificateA resume or curriculum vitaeAn administrative application fee made payable to the Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry (See website for details. This fee is in addition to the application fee that has to be paid with the submission of the graduate application. One year of an AEGD, GPR or the private practice equivalent is preferred but not required.)