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Doctor of Science in Dentistry (DScD) in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

A research doctorate for a limited number of motivated students seeking advanced research expertise, preparing graduates for leadership in education, research and health policy. It does not include clinical OMFS care.

Faculty: Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine  |  Department: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery  |  Duration: Minimum 36 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

Students take part in an advisor's lab research on a dissertation project, learning experimental technique, study design, data analysis and scientific communication. Year one adds advisor-selected didactic courses; years two and three focus on research (SDM OS 990 Research).

Career pathways

Leadership in education, research and health policy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application to this program must be made separately from the four-year CAGS Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Program. For application to the DScD program, please use the post-doctoral application support service (PASS) for admissions. Applications may be obtained by contacting PASS directly at 202-289-8123 or 800-353-2237; or PASS, 1400 K Street, NW, Suite 1100B, Washington, D.C. 20005-2403; or by visiting their website.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD and MFA applicants can only apply for the fall semester.

Graduate School of Arts & Sciences PhD Fall 2027 application deadlines fall between December 1 and January 15 depending on the programme (for example Biostatistics and Computer Science December 1; Biology and Molecular Biology, Cell Biology & Biochemistry December 2; Chemistry, Physics, Economics, History, Linguistics and Political Science December 15; English and Mathematics January 11; Classical Studies, Philosophy, Earth & Environment and History of Art & Architecture January 15). Applications close at 11:59pm Boston time on the deadline.

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