Curriculum Overview

Graduate Periodontics Program


​Over the course of 36 months, residents' time is allocated in the following manner:

  • Clinical – 62%
  • Didactic - 34%
  • Research – 3%
  • Teaching – 1%

Requirements for Graduation:

  • Maintain a "B" (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) overall Grade Point Average (GPA)
  • Successful completion of all required courses or their appropriate substitutes
  • Attendance at all classes and clinics assigned
  • Successful completion of exams
  • Demonstrate clinical proficiency in Periodontics
  • Be a Student Member of the American Academy of Periodontology
  • Be a Student Member of the American Dental Association​