Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Certificate
This program provides an opportunity to acquire specific knowledge and develop skills necessary to perform accepted standards of an oral and maxillofacial pathology practice. It is a three-year (36-month) program and is designed for those planning to teach or practice oral and maxillofacial pathology.
FALL 2025 ENROLLMENT | Applications accepted May 8 - November 15, 2024
Program Director:
Alfredo Aguirre, DDS, MS
Department of Oral Diagnostic Sciences, 355 Squire Hall
aguirr@buffalo.edu
Admission Requirements
Candidates are informed of their application status via the secure admissions portal; notifications are sent to the email on file when updates are posted.
All School of Dental Medicine Advanced Education programs use a holistic admissions approach.
| Eligibility | Test Requirements | GRE |
| Domestic and Internationally Trained Dentists | English Proficiency for International Applicants | Not required |
Admission Requirements
Applicants must have a DDS, DMD, BDS or equivalent
Preferred Acceptance Criteria
- Previous academic performance
- Letters of Recommendation
- Personal statement: The personal statement should demonstrate the applicant’s ability to discuss their desire to participate in our program, and show a depth of understanding, as well as passion, for the field of oral and maxillofacial pathology.
- Academic background (degrees/majors)
- Demonstrated passion/commitment to Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Relevant experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Analytic ability
- Strong communication skills
General Admissions Requirements
The University sets general admissions requirements for graduate study. These include a minimum undergraduate GPA and demonstration of English Language proficiency for international applicants.
Please refer to the General Admissions Requirements page for full details.
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