Note to Internationally-Educated Dentists: These programs WILL NOT prepare dentists to become licensed to practice dentistry in Florida. If you are interested in practicing dentistry in Florida, you will need a dental degree from an ADA-accredited dental school in order to be eligible to take the Florida Dental License examination
at the University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Clerkship
A custom-study program that lasts less than one month. This program is custom scheduled to accommodate the availability of the participant and faculty.
Open to any Dentist (U.S. or International) with a DDS, DMD or equivalent.
No previous specialty training required.
2-Days to 1-Month
Applications Open Year Round.
No Direct Patient Care
Gainesville, FL
1-Year Internship
An educational experience that lasts one-year, this program intended for the general dentist who is in the beginning of their specialty training.
Open to any Dentist (U.S. or International) with a Dental Degree.
No previous specialty training required.
July 1 – June 30
Application Deadline January 31.
Includes Limited Patient Care
Gainesville, FL
1-Year Fellowship
An intensive training open to any domestic or foreign dentist who has completed specialty training.
Open to any Dentist (U.S or International) with a Dental Degree.
Previous specialty training required
July 1 – June 30
Application Deadline January 31.
Includes Limited Patient Care
These programs are not intended to prepare individuals to practice a specialty. It is expected that the individuals will return to their practice or country after gaining insights and improving their experience in a specialized area for practice, teaching and patient benefit.
These programs are not eligible for federal financial aid. The University of Florida does not certify private educational loans for these programs. Students are responsible for securing their own funding
