During this time of modified operations at the University, please know that the Office of Student Admissions at Penn Dental Medicine is working continuously and remotely. Those of you who are applying to our PASS program, be assured that we are continuing the processing of all applications in a timely manner. CAAPID applicants may email sdm-pass@dental.upenn.edu regarding applications. AADSAS applicants may email dental-admissions@dental.upenn.edu.
The Program for Advanced Standing Students (PASS) is designed for graduates of non-U.S. dental schools who want to practice dentistry in the United States. Most states require a degree from a dental school accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA) before granting licensure. To prepare non-U.S. trained dentists, Penn Dental Medicine offers a two and a half year program which leads to a DMD degree. Successful completion of the program allows internationally-trained dentists to take licensing exams in any state.
Upon matriculation in January 2023, PASS students will join the second year class by participating in all ongoing preclinical and laboratory courses. PASS students will NOT be required to take any second year basic science courses but instead will participate in an additional, specially designed preclinical laboratory/seminar program.
Third- and Fourth-Year Dental Curriculum
Following the successful completion of the second year, students will be fully integrated into the class where they take part in all academic and clinical experiences in the third and fourth years of dental school. This includes participation in externships and the Selectives course offerings to customize a student’s educational experience. No special or separate teaching is conducted for the PASS program students. Please refer to the DMD curriculum for a complete description of the third- and fourth-year curriculum. Students participate in a modern health care delivery system which simulates general practice. In addition, they rotate through the specialty departments and work under the preceptorship of master clinicians.
See Admissions Process and Requirements »
Admissions & Program Calendar |
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| June 1, 2022 | Application Deadline |
| June 2022 – August 2022 | Interviews |
| Summer 2022 | Admissions decisions begin on a rolling basis. A $1,500 non-refundable first deposit due within several weeks of notification. |
| September 1, 2022 | Non-U.S. citizens begin I-20 student visa applications |
| September 1, 2022 | A $2,500 non-refundable second deposit is due |
| January 2023 | Tuition and fee deadline |
| January 2-3, 2023 | PASS orientation |
| January 5, 2023 | Classes begin for PASS students |
All third-year students will be eligible for a four-week summer break in either July or August depending upon their clinical assignments.
Contact
Office of Student Admissions — PASS Program
Robert Schattner Center
University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
240 South 40th Street, Room 122
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6030
Telephone: 215-898-0558 Monday – Friday 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
Fax: 215-573-9648
Email: sdm-pass@dental.upenn.edu