Stipends and reduced resident tuition are available for most students. Both US and international applicants are eligible to receive stipends.* The amount of the stipend is based on available funding. Historically, the Department of Prosthodontics has awarded stipends every year. Residents who receive full scholarships from outside sources (e.g., their home government) are not eligible for stipends.
Stipend for 2026-27: $12,000
Prosthodontics Certificate 2026-2027
Occupation: Dentist, and other specialist. SOC code: 29-1024.00
Upon completion of the program and receipt of the certificate, students would be educationally qualified to practice as a Prosthodontist, Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Maxillofacial Prosthodontist, Removable Prosthodontist.
Item | Summer Semester | Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Resident or Non-Resident w/ Grad. Appointment) 5-6-5 | $ 3,335 | $ 2,748 | $ 3,435 |
| Prosthodontics Certificate Fee (US DDS) | $0 | $767 | $767 |
| Prosthodontics Certificate Fee (International w/no US DDS) | $0 | $8,643 | $8,643 |
| Technology Fee (Grad Appointments are exempt from fee) | $145.25 | $149.75 | $149.75 |
| Student Activities Fee | $20.50 | $31.50 | $31.50 |
| Student Services Fee | $22 | $34.50 | $34.50 |
| Student Union Fee | $33.25 | $50 | $50 |
| Building Fee | $36 | $58.50 | $58.50 |
| Recreation Fee | $87 | $135 | $135 |
| Arts & Cultural Events Fee | $8.50 | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| Professional Enhancement | $20 | $30 | $30 |
| Student Health Service Fee | $71.50 | $110.25 | $110.25 |
| Mental Health Fee | $11.75 | $19.50 | $19.50 |
| IMU Facilities Fee | $50 | $75 | $75 |
| Books | $1,030 | $0 | $0 |
| Travel | $0 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Loupes | $2,060 | $0 | $0 |
| Camera, Articulator, Computer | $3,090 | $0 | $0 |
| Initial Program Expenses | $2,060 | $0 | $0 |
| Supplies | $515 | $206 | $206 |
| Lab Fee | $1,369 | $0 | $0 |
| SIMs Fee | $0 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
| International Student Fee | $62.50 | $125.00 | $125.00 |
| Records and Document Fee | $250.00 | $0 | $0 |
| Background Check | $103 | $0 | $0 |
| Health Insurance - basic coverage for student only waived with proof of coverage. Monthly charge: July 1 to June 30 (SHIP Rate) | TBD | TBD | TBD |
University Mandatory Fees Information
*Tuition and fees subject to change.
Estimated total tuition & fees per year for US-DDS: $29,780
Estimated total tuition & fees per year for non-US-DDS: $45,532
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Housing & Food | $14,022 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,648 |
| Transportation | $1,254 |
*These are estimated expenses and will vary by student. More information can be found here.
Program Completion Rate
Program is typically completed within 36 months. Program duration maybe extended depending on requirements to complete Master of Oral Science degree program. For the last ten years we have had a 95% on-time completion rate for the MS in Oral Science & Certificate in Prosthodontics.
Licensure Requirements
This program meets licensure requirements in all 50 states.
Placement Rate
For students completing the MS and Certificate in Prosthodontics, the placement rate is 100%.
More information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions is available.