DMD/PhD Programs?
Started by mgether36
I did apply for it at UAB, UCSF, and U Wash. Did you apply for the dual program?
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Yeah....it's rare to find dual degree candidates who are willing to recieve lower pay and be in academia. That's why a lot of schools want dual candidates to attend their school.
Remember that receiving a DDS and PhD doesn't limit you to only academics. You can do anything you want to do (industry, entrepreneurship, policy, teaching, etc). The primary motivation for pursuing a dual degree program should really just be your passion for science.
Having the dual degree also jumpstarts your academic career. 🙂
Hey! How was the interview? Did you get into the PhD portion of the program?
I've gotten accepted into UAB's DMD/PhD program but I am turning down the offer and asking them to consider me as a DMD candidate.
doing a dual degree program because of the money is in my opinion not worth it...you should have a strong passion for the research or you'll be miserable for the phd years...i was in a phd program for a bit and it was a real grind..gluck tho.
I am not sure if you applied to UIC but check out UIC's DMD/PhD program as well. They normally take in-state for DMD's, but I don't know if they take out of states for DMD/PhD's. Good luck!
I am still considering PhD later but without actually treating patients and teaching in academic settings, I have no idea which is a better fit for me and which I would truly enjoy. I wanted that experience before committing my life into academia. Also, the money you get as a dual student is a lot and will leave you with little debt. But, clinicians get more money after dental school in 3 years than you would for your entire dual program. So if you decide dual, do it because of the program and what it offers rather than money.
