Advanced Standing International Student Program (ISP) FAQ's

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​No, only applicants who have earned a dental degree (BDS, DDS, DMD, Odontology, Stomatology) are eligible to apply.

​No, the admissions committee will only review applications that are complete.

No, you must have a pass on both NBDE part 1 and 2 or INBDE in order to submit an application.

Yes, NBDE Part I and II OR INBDE is required to apply.

​Yes, everyone applying to the ISP program must take the TOEFL exam even if English is your first language. No exceptions.

Yes, we will accept My Best Score and TOEFL iBT Home Edition. 

Beginning January 21, 2026, TOEFL iBT score reports will feature a new 1–6 scale, in half-point increments. If you are submitting a TOEFL score taken on or after January 21, 2026, our minimum requirement will be 5 on the new 1–6 scale. We will continue to accept TOEFL iBT scores taken prior to January 21, 2026, provided the score is within two years. For scores dated prior to January 21, 2026, our minimum requirement will remain 94. 

​Yes, everyone applying to the ISP program must take the TOEFL exam.  No exceptions.

​Yes, everyone applying to the ISP program must take the TOEFL exam. No exceptions.

​No, the application will not be considered for the program without the TOEFL exam score.

​The Official TOEFL score must be received by CAAPID and visible to the University by the deadline. ​

Please refer to Step 4 on the How to Apply page for thorough instructions. 

​Yes

Please refer to step 3 on the How to Apply page​ for thorough instructions. 

Yes. A non-refundable processing fee of US $150 is required and must be submitted via e-check or credit card. Checks or credit cards unable to be processed will be charged a $35 bounced fee. The applicant will need to resend a new fee of $150 through the website and a money order or cashier’s check of $35 in order for their application to be processed and reviewed.

​You will be notified via email if you are invited to come for an interview. The interview invitation will include the exact date and times available. Those invited for bench will only be notified after all interviews are completed. Those who are not invited for an interview will be notified by email.

​Once the University receives your application, all documents become property of the University and cannot be released. We will withdraw your application, but will keep your application on file. The application fee is non-refundable.

Once you have received notification of non-admittance to the Advanced Standing International Student Program at the University of Colorado, you may request feedback by emailing [email protected]. Please note feedback is provided as a courtesy on a first come-first served basis and spots are limited.

Applicants will have to file a new application through CAAPID.​ Candidates will need to submit new supplemental materials. The University does not carry over supplemental materials from one year to the next.​