My Journey till Acceptance
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Written By:
Aishwarya Subramanian
Table of Content:
What is ADEA CAAPID?
ADEA CAAPID (American Dental Education Association Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists) consolidates the application process for internationally trained dentists from non-CODA accredited programs who seek an acceptance into the advanced standing program. This platform replaces multiple applications into a unified one which is used by the universities offering the advanced standing program. These accelerated programs, while shorter than traditional dental graduate programs, confer the same DDS/DMD degree recognized throughout the United States.
Click on the link below to browse through participating universities:
👉https://programs.adea.org/CAAPID/programs
In this blog, you will find all the information with links and steps to successfully complete your application and achieve your US dream.
What is DENTPIN?
The first step in the application process is to create a DENTPIN (Dental Personal Identification Number). This is a special number assigned to you which can be used for application into dental examinations such as INBDE and ADAT and for applications such as CAAPID and PASS. Find the link below to create your Dentpin.
🎯 Start by creating your DENTPIN here:
👉https://www.ada.org/education/manage-your-dentpin
ECE Report
What is ECE?
Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) evaluates your foreign academic records and converts them into U.S. or Canadian equivalents.
✅ Valid for 5 years
✅ Mandatory for INBDE and ADEA CAAPID
How to Apply:
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Create an account: https://accounts.ece.org/login
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Select “Order a Report”
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Fill in the application
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Under “Institutions Receiving the Report,” choose JCDNE
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Select Course-by-Course Evaluation
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Make the payment and send required documents
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Report usually ready within 5 business days
📌 Important Notes:
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Document list: ECE Documentation Requirements
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All non-English documents must be translated to English
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Triple-check form inputs for accuracy
INBDE
What is INBDE?
The Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE) is a licensing exam that evaluates if international dental graduates are ready for safe entry-level practice in the U.S.
📝 Required for all CAAPID applicants
📅 2-day multiple-choice exam
📘 Official INBDE Guide:
Download Here
How to Register:
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Login via DENTPIN: ADA Licensure Portal
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Navigate to INBDE under “Licensure Exams”
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Complete forms and submit
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Leave result recipient section blank (optional to select one)
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Make the payment
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Receive scheduling link via email
Schedule Your Exam:
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Visit Prometric
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Search for “ADA” under “Find Your Exam”
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Choose date and location
Results:
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Sent via email within 2–3 weeks
TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language
Why TOEFL?
TOEFL iBT is the most widely accepted English proficiency test for U.S. dental schools.
📌 Mandatory for CAAPID application
📈 A score above 100 significantly boosts your chances
Exam Structure:
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Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing
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Duration: ~2 hours
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Score valid for 2 years
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Results available in 4–8 days
Register Here:
👉 https://www.ets.org/login.html
💡 Choose between Test Center and Home Edition (verify university preferences)
Once you have: ✅ ECE report
✅ INBDE results
✅ TOEFL scores
… you are all set to apply through ADEA CAAPID.
ADEA CAAPID Application
Introduction:
ADEA CAAPID is the centralized online portal where U.S. dental schools collect international applicants’ academic and professional profiles.
📅 Application Window: March to February
🎓 Matriculation: The following academic year
(e.g., Apply in March 2025 → Start in Spring/Summer 2026)
Step-by-Step Guide:
🔗 Create your account here:
https://caapid.cas.myliaison.com/applicant-ux/#/login
Note your CAAPID ID for all future references.
Application Structure:
1. Personal Information
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Biographic and contact info
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Citizenship, ethnicity
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Other identifying details
2. Academic History
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Colleges Attended
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Send ECE report directly to CAAPID
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Dental School Info
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ADA Exams:
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Submit INBDE/NBDE scores via ADA portal
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For ADAT: Select individual schools and pay per selection
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Standardized Tests:
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Add TOEFL, self-report scores
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Send official report to Code B451 via ETS portal: TOEFL login
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3. Supporting Information
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Letters of Evaluation (max 3)
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Recommenders upload via unique link
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Experience: Jobs, volunteer work, shadowing
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Only “ongoing” entries can be edited post-submission
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Achievements: Research, publications, awards
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Licenses: Home country dental licenses or certifications
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Personal Statement:
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5200 characters
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Your “why” for U.S. dentistry
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Documents: Upload dental degrees
4. Program Materials
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Visible after selecting at least one university
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May include:
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Custom questions
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CV requests
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Additional docs
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Follow each program’s specific requirements
Submission Tips:
💰 Fee: $264 (1st program) + $115 (each additional)
📬 Some programs may ask for supplemental applications & payments
General Tips for CAAPID Application Success
✅ Start Early!
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Draft SOP 3 months before application window
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Line up recommenders:
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Dental school dean, professors, U.S. dentists you’ve shadowed
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Update CV and organize supporting documents
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Verify all credentials:
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Dental license
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TOEFL & ECE reports
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INBDE results
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✅ Before You Submit:
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Use one consistent email
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Match your ID and application name exactly
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Triple-check every section
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Include every relevant experience, big or small
💬 Need Help?
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Use CAAPID’s live chat
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Email individual schools for specific queries
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Be respectful and concise
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Wishing you Good Luck in your dental journey!!!
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