How Specialization Works?

[sirrenda]

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So lets say you get accepted to a bunch of dental schools, and you would like to go on to specialization after you get your DDS. Taking into consideration that some dental schools are pass/fail, and the NBDE is now pass/fail, Does the dental school you select effect the probability of going on to specialty school? Or is it simply your rating/e.c.?? For argument sake lets say you get accepted to an Ivy League Dental School, and State school, and a school somewhere in between. Does selecting the Ivy League school give you a higher chance of getting into specialization schools?

I am a man of statistic and facts, and I like to analyze everything prior to their occurrence. So your experience, or stats are welcome.

 

[shootingstar7]

You should try posting your question on the "Dentistry Mentoring Thread". (One of the stickies) The dentist who replies is very helpful and has specialized himself.

 

[Predoctalk]

Yes, the school can affect your chance at specialization. However, strong applicants from every school can and do go on to specialize.

 

[NDPitch]

One other factor for specialization is now the GRE. Because boards are going P/F, some programs now require the GRE.