Oral Sciences, MS


This unique program caters to individuals interested in various scientific and research aspects of oral and craniofacial biology.   Students in the program may be traditional bachelor’s graduates, dentists enrolled in clinical specialties, or individuals interested in enhancing their application to professional school.

FALL 2025 ENROLLMENT  |  Applications accepted June 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025

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Program Director:
Ernesto De Nardin, PhD

 Oral Biology Department, School of Dental Medicine | Room 511 BRB
Microbiology and Immunology Department, Jacobs School of Medicine 

About the Program Admission Requirements How to Apply Faculty and Curriculum Cost and Funding

Cost and Funding

The Advanced Education overview page provides information about the Cost of Attendance.

  • Students enrolled exclusively in this degree program, including the enhance curriculum track, are charged tuition and fees applicable to graduate students.   
  • Individuals simultaneously enrolled in a clinical program pay appropriate graduate student tuition and fees plus any applicable clinical program costs.  
  • Students enrolled in the MS/DDS program pay graduate tuition and fees during year one and DDS tuition thereafter.

Financial support is not available from the Oral Sciences Graduate Program. The University's Office of Financial Aid can provide information regarding types of available aid including loans. They have dedicated advisors on all UB campuses to assist students with questions about financing their educational expenses. They are also available to meet with students one-on-one and cater financial aid requests to each individual’s needs. 

Part-time jobs, such as tutoring undergraduate students or working in the campus libraries, are available on campus on a competitive basis. A paid research assistant position may become available after one year, but is not guaranteed.

FAQ's

Where can I find information regarding types of aid available for graduate students?
 Visit https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/graduate-students/ to view types of aid available and things to consider when applying for financial aid.

What is the first step in the financial aid process?
 The financial aid process begins with the filing of the Federal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA). UB’s school code is 002837. More about completing your FASFA application and the full application process can be viewed at https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/process/.

Where can I find financial forms that need to be submitted?
 Visit https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/forms/ to access financial aid forms.

How can I find a financial aid advisor and set up a meeting?
 Visit https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/advising/ for a list of advisors, contact us form, and link to a secure upload center.