AEGD RESIDENCY

New Candidates

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Requirements:

Candidates must apply online at www.adeapass.org. Under application programs click on advanced programs. Search Dade County Dental Research Clinic (AEGD143). To be considered, candidates must upload the following documents through the ADEA PASS website only if nothing will be mailed in.

DMD/DDS/BDS Degree
Official TOEFL score report (Minimum passing score: 85 or higher, under the old system that will be in place until 2027, or the new system a score of at least 4.0 or but may be as high as 4.5)

It is mandatory for applicants whose dental degree was completed at school where English is not the official language. If you have graduated from an American program, please do not apply.

- Integrated National Board Dental Examination, Official national board part I and II score report.
- Official dental transcripts

Certified English Translation report needed if any documents are in another language.

Official dental transcripts

Official dental school diplomas

- Official Dental School Diplomas
- Official Course-by-Course and GPA Evaluation

Three (3) Letters of Professional Reference can be a combination of the following

- dental school dean
- dental faculty
- dental department chair
- dental director
- supervising faculty
- dentist who has supervised your work

Proof of Immigration status (color copy only)

- Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
- A Certificate of Naturalization/ US Passport/ US Birth Certificate
- Appropriate Visa allowing work study

We do not process any student Visa. Please be very careful because if you cannot finish the program for any reason, we cannot refund money after the start of the program.

Cover Letter and Resume
Passport Photo
Cover Letter and Resume
- $250.00, PERSONAL CHECKS ARE ACCEPTED
- Acct # 2907753302-Routing #267084131Application Fee (non-refundable)
- Routing # 021000021 for Wire transfers only.
- For Zelle payments, you may use the QR code attached

Selection Process:

This competitive process begins with the selection of about sixty (60) candidates from the list of applications received. These candidates will be required to:

Take the Bench Test and based on the scores, about thirty (30) candidates will be interviewed by a panel of faculty members and complete a written questionnaire.
Final selection will be made by the Residency Director based on scores from the panel of faculty reviewers. Some students will be accepted immediately, and others may be placed on a waiting list and still have a chance to get into the program later.

Bench Test Process:
During the bench test, the Residency Director will supervise and provide details on each portion of the exam, including assigned tooth numbers. Candidates will be assigned to an operatory and must complete the following procedures on a Typodont within a 2-hour and 45-minute time limit:

Ceramic Crown Preparation
Porcelain to Metal Crown Preparation
MO Composite Restoration Preparation
Provisional/Temporary Crown Fabrication
Endodontic Access Preparation

Bench Test Rules and Guidelines:

Use only the provided instruments and materials (No outside supplies except for dental loupes)
Do not remove the Typodont from the pole
No music or communication with other candidates
All questions or requests must be directed at the supervising staff by raising your hand
Time limits will be strictly enforced – when instructed to stop, stop immediately
No electronics of any kind will be allowed during the bench test
Bathroom breaks are allowed, but time will not be adjusted
In case of an emergency evacuation, the test will be paused and resumed from where you left off once it is safe to return
Manage your time wisely – avoid procrastination but do not rush; aim to present your best work