Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Orofacial and Skeletal Biology in Boston United States | Boston University
Boston University
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
66,670
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of Translational Dental Medicine at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM) provides a PhD program in Orofacial & Skeletal Biology. This interdisciplinary program operates under the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences at Boston University School of Medicine and falls within the Program in Biomedical Sciences (PiBS).
Designed for aspiring researchers, this program focuses on investigating biological relationships between dental/oral structures and systemic factors from other organs or environmental sources. The five-year curriculum combines rigorous coursework with hands-on research experience, supported by financial aid including scholarships and stipends. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths, including academic roles, industry positions, or advanced postdoctoral studies. Successful candidates have progressed to clinical specialty training, blending research with practice, or pursued pure research careers in both academic and corporate environments globally.
Key aspects of the program:
Seeks candidates with robust life sciences backgrounds seeking specialized dental/medical training. A bachelor's degree in life sciences is required, while DMD/MD holders may qualify based on scientific preparation. Dentists with limited research experience might consider the DSc in Oral Biology as an alternative.
Equips students with cutting-edge methodologies for studying oral biology and related pathologies.
Prepares scholars for research-focused careers across academic institutions, commercial enterprises, and clinical investigation settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Requirements for admission to the Orofacial Skeletal Biology PhD program are identical to those for all departmental PhD degrees administered by the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences as described in the Academic Policies and Procedures Principal requirements are summarized as follows
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree preferably with a major in the biological chemical or physical sciences as well as master dental and medical degree holders will be eligible for the PhD
A minimum of 28 credits or the equivalent of courses in the biological and physical sciences is
Applicants whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL and must achieve a score of at least 95 internet exam The GRE is currently still required for all applicants and will become optional in the near future
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree preferably with a major in the biological chemical or physical sciences as well as master dental and medical degree holders will be eligible for the PhD
A minimum of 28 credits or the equivalent of courses in the biological and physical sciences is
Applicants whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL and must achieve a score of at least 95 internet exam The GRE is currently still required for all applicants and will become optional in the near future
Tuition
USD
66,670