Program Overview

Externship Program

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is accepting applications from interested students from U.S. accredited dental schools for our externship program.

Prerequisites for Participation

All students from dental schools accredited by the American Dental Association Council on Education, who will have completed their third year requirements at the time of the desired elective participation, are eligible to apply.

• Students must be in good academic standing at their parent school
  • They must have their school's approval to participate in the desired elective(s)
• Visiting students are permitted to enroll for a continuous 4-6 week Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery elective at the School of Dental Medicine during their fourth year.

Application Procedure

An "Application for Non-Pitt Student Elective" form must be submitted.

• The application must contain all requested information from both the student and the appropriate dean of the student's school, including original signatures.
  • Incomplete applications will be returned to the student's Student Affairs Office.
• The application should be mailed before May 15.
• Upon receipt, the completed application will be reviewed and the student applicant notified about acceptance status.

Insurance

All students must be covered by malpractice or liability insurance verified by their dean of students.

• Applicants must provide proof of personal health insurance.
• We accept no liability for health costs incurred by visiting students while at this school.

Cancellations

The courtesy of a telephone call is requested at least 4 weeks prior to the start of an elective if you find you're unable to participate.

Housing

The School of Dental Medicine has no short term housing at its disposal.

• There is dormitory space available during the months of May, June, July, and August.
• A final suggestion, check to see if you have graduates from your school in this area who may be willing to share or otherwise assist you.