Graduates of accredited U.S. Dental Schools are eligible to challenge certain licensure examinations and thereby obtain the right to practice dentistry ("licensure") in all 50 states of the United States, as well as many foreign countries. To obtain licensure, qualified candidates must meet the requirements established by individual states.
It is the ultimate responsibility of the individual dental graduate / candidate to become fully aware of the many rules, regulations and restrictions related to licensure across the United States. Midwestern University and the College of Dental Medicine-Illinois cannot and will not be responsible for the many regulations and frequent changes that occur in the licensure environment. For further information concerning licensure, students should contact the American Dental Association or the specific state's licensing board.
Midwestern University's College of Dental Medicine-Illinois is designed to meet the educational requirements to become licensed to practice dentistry in US states, districts and territories. Each student should check the licensure requirements for the state, district or territory in which they intend to pursue employment.