The International Dental Program is designed to allow qualified dentists educated in countries outside the United States, to earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in the U.S. Students take classes in the various disciplines of dentistry and receive extensive clinical experience. Students are given the opportunity to serve the dental health needs of the local community through off site clinical rotations.
Doctor of Dental Surgery or Dentist within private practice offices, industrial organizations, hospitals, local, state or federal public health services, and the armed forces.
Application Deadlines
There are currently no published application deadlines.
Admissions Requirements
Dental degree from a recognized foreign dental school
Successful completion of the National Dental Board Examination Part I and Part II
TOEFL examination with a minimum score of 550 on the written examination or a minimum score of 213 on the computer examination or a minimum of 80 on the Internet-based examination
Dental school transcript (evaluated by an evaluation center approved by the University)
Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites. Please reference the Admissions Requirements.
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 3
Year 2 11
Year 3 11
Tuition & Fees
$28,830
$111,220
$111,220
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school)
$16,200
$850
$850
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 3
Year 2 11
Year 3 11
Living Expense (Food & Housing Allowance) Students will be assigned one of the following Living Expense Budget Options:
On Campus Dorm
$3,945
$14,465
$14,465
LLU Owned Rental Property
$6,300
$23,100
$23,100
LLU Owned Rental w/ Dependents
$6,600
$24,200
$24,200
Undergraduate Dependent w/ Parents
$2,400
$8,800
$8,800
Off Campus
$6,300
$23,100
$23,100
Transportation Allowance
$1,050
$3,850
$3,850
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses
$1,050
$3,850
$3,850
Federal Student Loan Fees
$1,018
$4,966
$5,088
Cost of Obtaining Professional License
0
0
$2,750
Dependent Care (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Disability-Related Expenses (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Notes
Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.