M.S. and Certificate in Orthodontics
This program prepares graduates for a career in clinical and/or academic orthodontics through extensive didactic, clinical and research experiences and techniques in addition to teaching requirements.
FALL 2027 ENROLLMENT | Check back Spring 2026 for application dates
Program Director:
Thikriat Al-Jewair, DDS, MBA, MSc, MS, FRCD(C)
Department of Orthodontics
140 Squire Hall | thikriat@buffalo.edu
Cost and Funding
The Advanced Education Cost of Attendance web page provides details on tuition and fees. Specific Orthodontics program expenses range per the following:
- $11,000 - $12,000 in year 1
- $7,000 - $7,500 in year 2
- $1,500 - $2,000 in year 3
The orthodontics program does not offer a stipend or tuition waiver. The University's Office of Financial Aid website 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the first step in the financial aid process?
Visit https://www.buffalo.edu/financialaid for links to pages describing how financial aid works and how to apply.
Where can I find information regarding types of aid available for graduate students?
Visit https://www.buffalo.edu/financialaid/basics/types to view types of aid available and things to consider when applying for financial aid.
How can I find a financial aid advisor and set up a meeting?
Visit https://www.buffalo.edu/financialaid/help to contact Financial Aid.
Research Award Criteria
The Dr. John J. Cunat Scholarship Fund - Resident Research Travel Award
Residents currently enrolled in the Orthodontics program are eligible to apply for special research travel awards.
The Dr. John J. Cunat Scholarship fund was established in 2021 in honor of Dr. Cunat, a former chair of the University at Buffalo Department of Orthodontics. The Resident Research Travel Award, funded by this scholarship fund, will provide recognition and financial support to orthodontic residents who demonstrate academic and research excellence. The award will be presented every spring semester to a maximum of three residents.
Dr. Cunat professional headshot
Eligibility
- Second- or third-year resident
- Must be in good standing and have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
- Must have a research abstract accepted for presentation (Poster or Oral) at a major orthodontic or research-focused conference in the US or Canada (NESO, AAO, AADOCR/IADR, or ADEA)
- Must be the first and presenting author on the abstract
Amount
- $500 will be awarded to support conference registration, lodging, and travel
- A maximum of 3 travel awards will be presented annually
- Resident can only receive the award once during their residency program
Application procedure
Each application should include:
- CV
- Official email from the conference confirming acceptance of the abstract
- A statement (300 words) on the research significance and its impact on the specialty
- The award must be mentioned in the acknowledgment section of your abstract
- Applications will be accepted from September until May. Applications must be electronically submitted in one PDF file to the program director.
Decisions
- Awards will be on a first-come, first-serve basis
- Awards will be distributed via the HUB after processing by the Office of Advanced Education. Recipients will see the full award amount credited to their student account in the HUB. Recipients with a zero-account balance in the HUB will receive a refund from the University. Otherwise, the award will be credited against any outstanding account balance.