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ADEA CAAPID Virtual Fair

2026 ADEA CAAPID Virtual Fair

Are you an internationally educated dentist interested in practicing dentistry in the United States? If so, this  free event is for you!

Embarking on the journey to dental school is challenging and competitive, with many aspects seemingly beyond your control. The 2026 ADEA CAAPID® (ADEA Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists) Virtual Fair is designed to connect you to the people who can help you prepare for the admissions process, demystifying what you need to know.

Register now to connect with representatives from 30+ advanced standing programs across the United States as well as current students and ADEA CAAPID representatives. Explore programs, ask questions and uncover ways to confidently apply.


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Program

Program

Tuesday, Nov. 17
2:00 p.m. ET

Navigating the Road to Advanced Standing — Insights From Current Students

Join us for an engaging and insightful discussion featuring internationally educated oral health professionals who have successfully enrolled in advanced standing programs across five U.S. dental schools. Learn from their journeys, gain practical tips and explore the challenges and opportunities along the way.

2:30 p.m. ET

Maximizing Your Potential: Insights Into the ADEA CAAPID ‘Experiences’ Section

Advanced standing programs look for applicants with robust experiences, and ADEA CAAPID® (ADEA Centralized Application for Advanced Placement for International Dentists) provides the opportunity for applicants to share those experiences. In this session, two admissions officers will discuss insights for applicants to best use the “Experiences” section of the application. Join the conversation to learn about why the section is important, how it is reviewed and why being selective about what experiences are included can impact your application.

2:30 p.m. ET

Expanding Your Horizons: Pathways to U.S. Dental Licensure

Hear from a recent Indiana University School of Dentistry’s International Dentist Program graduate who offers an authentic, relatable perspective on navigating the U.S. licensure pathway. After a conversation between the program director and recent grad, program representatives will be available to answer your application and licensure questions in real time.

3:00 – 5:00pm ET

Chat Live with ADEA CAAPID and Dental Schools

  • Get real-time answers from ADEA CAAPID representatives.
  • Explore exhibitor virtual booths, connect with dental schools and compare their programs.
  • Strengthen your ADEA CAAPID application and make informed choices about where to apply.
Questions

Questions

For questions, please contact virtualfairs@adea.org

ADEA CAAPID Virtual Fair

 Nov. 17, 2026

 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET

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Are you an internationally educated dentist interested in practicing dentistry in the United States? If so, this free event is for you!