Q. Do I have to submit a 2x2 picture?
A. No.
Q. How many students are enrolled annually?
A. 40 per class.
Q. Will my application be reviewed if a document is missing?
A. No, the admissions committee will only review applications that are complete.
Q. What is the procedure to reapply for the next academic year?
A. Applicants will have to file a new application either by CAAPID or directly to our school by Paper Application.
Q. Can I apply with a medical degree?
A. No, only applicants who have earned a dental degree (BDS, DDS, DMD, Odontology, Stomatology) are eligible to apply.
Q. IS NBDE2 an admission requirement?
A. No, but it is highly encouraged.
Q. Can I apply to the ISP Program and take the National Board - Part I exam in the near future?
A. The application will not be considered for the program without proof of the National Board - Part I score; all four sections having been passed.
Q. What is the minimum score required by ISP Program on the TOEFL exam?
A. Minimum score for Internet-based Test (iBT) is 94; Paper Based Test, is 580. Applications without these minimum scores will not be considered.
Q. Do I have to take the TOEFL?
A. Yes; everyone applying to the ISP program must take the TOEFL exam, even if English is your first language, and have the scores submitted to the ISP program. No exceptions.
Q. If I already have a degree from a U.S. university/college, do I still have to take the TOEFL exam?
A. Yes; everyone applying to the ISP program must take the TOEFL exam and have the scores submitted to the ISP program. No exceptions.
Q. If I am already a U.S. citizen, do I have to take the TOEFL?
A. Yes; everyone applying to the ISP program must take the TOEFL exam.
Q. Can I apply to the ISP program now and take the TOEFL exam at a future date?
A. The application will not be considered for the program without the TOEFL exam score.
Q. What if I have taken the TOEFL exam but the school won't receive the test score before the deadline date?
A. The TOEFL score must be received or postmarked on or before the deadline date.
Q. What if I withdraw my application after submitting all of the documents required?
A. Once the University receives your application, all documents become property of the University and cannot be released. We will withdraw your application but will need to keep the application on-file. The fee is non-refundable.