Once you have all the necessary documents, the next step is to apply to schools. Make sure you have Scores from your Tests ready.
There are 40 schools in the USA that take part in the CAAPID Application process. This is a Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists.
This is Centralized application platform where you can submit your application to the participating schools of your choice and interest.
Every year, the CAAPID application opens in the first week of March. It continues into February of the next year. The deadlines vary from school to school.
There is a detailed list of Schools participating. It includes program size, program length, and application start date and deadlines. You can also find details of program requirements in their CAAPID Program Finder.
I am attaching the link to the CAAPID Program Finder.
https://programs.adea.org/CAAPID/programs
Important Documents:
There are certain important documents you need before you start with the application process. They are
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- Recommendation Letters
- TOEFL Score
- INBDE /NBDE 1 & 2 Scores
Additional Documents
DAT Score ( Few schools prefer/accept DAT scores)
I will write down a detailed blog about Statement of Purpose and Resume writing in the coming days.
Hoping this information is useful for you all.

