OU College of Dentistry Graduate Periodontics
Graduate Periodontics
How to Apply
The deadline for receipt of applications for the graduate periodontics program is September 15th of each year. Applicants should have a dental school GPA of at least 3.0, strong National Board scores, and a letter affirming their interest in periodontics. In addition, at least three letters of recommendation are required. Two graduate students are selected for the program each year. Since graduate students in this program are classified as teaching assistants, tuition is assessed at the in-state resident rate. Presently, tuition and fees are approximately $4,100.00 per year. Graduate students who qualify receive a stipend of $6,000.00 per year.
Application materials can be accessed in two ways as follows:
1. From this web page, click on
2. Request that an application packet be mailed to you by sending a written
request to the address below, by calling (405) 271-6531, or e-mailing to the
address below.
International applicants are required to have their transcript(s)/marksheet(s) processed (Course-by-Course Report) through WES (World Education Services - Foreign Academic Credential Evaluation). The Office of Admissions and Records will accept only WES credential evaluation from international applicants.
Specific questions regarding the graduate periodontics program should be directed to:
Robert E. Carson, D.M.D, M.S.
Director, Graduate Periodontics Program
University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry
P.O. Box 26901
1201 North Stonewall Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73190
Phone (405) 271-6531
FAX (405) 271-3794
e-mail: robert-carson@ouhsc.edu
