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Doctor of Dental Medicine-International

WesternU’s College of Dental Medicine is committed to establishing a quality, innovative program that prepares you for success, whether in private practice, community service, research or academics. Our International Dentist Program (IDP) is designed to award a DMD degree to students who have graduated from dental schools outside of the U.S. or Canada. You will learn with an integrated team of health professionals in a part of the country with a wealth of clinical opportunities.

As a student in our program, you can take advantage of a quality, innovative curriculum based on the “best practices ” in health-care education today. You will use facilities with advanced educational and clinical technology within an established health sciences university dedicated to providing student-centered, interprofessional health education. Dental students of the College of Dental Medicine will embark on a journey with the enthusiastic support of administration, faculty and staff.

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Our College innovates along with those changes to ensure our students experience the latest equipment, technologies, and techniques.

Our students come in with a level of dental medicine knowledge, skill, and professionalism. Through the course of our academic programs, their knowledge, skills, and professionalism are enhanced and refined as their confidence grows. Our faculty work side-by-side with students and patients to instill a humanistic approach to health care by putting each patient first.
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Accreditation

Dental education programs in the United States are accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Dental education programs are developed in accordance with the established Accreditation Standards for Dental Education, a copy of which can be found on the Commission on Dental Accreditation’s area of www.ada.org at Accreditation Standards for Dental Education Programs.
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Upcoming Events

  • DMD Drop-In Group Advising

    Thursday, April 30 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
  • DMD Drop-In Group Advising

    Tuesday, May 5 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed for prospective applicants.  This is a relaxed, come-and-go session—no formal presentation required. Simply log in, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready. An admissions team member will be available to provide guidance on the application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.  

  • DMD Drop In Group Advising

    Tuesday, May 12 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Do you have questions about applying to WesternU’s Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.

  • IDP Drop-In Group Advising

    Thursday, May 28 at 3:30 PM Pacific Standard Time

    Have questions about applying to WesternU’s International Dental Program (IDP)? Join our informal virtual drop-in advising session designed specifically for prospective IDP applicants.  This relaxed, come-and-go session allows you to connect with an admissions team member, ask your questions, and leave when you’re ready—no formal presentation required. Learn more about the IDP application process, admissions requirements, and tips for becoming a competitive applicant.  Register to receive the session link and drop in at your convenience.