Bulletin of Dental Education Article

Applications are now being accepted for a new online Advanced Graduate Education Program in Dental Education offered by Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM). The flexible program offers the option of a one-year full-time or two-year part-time degree program culminating in a Master of Medical Science in Dental Education. The degree program is designed for dental professionals ready to step into leadership roles in academia and beyond.

“We’re excited to offer this opportunity for dental professionals from around the globe to gain advanced skills in education innovation, program design and leadership. This program is designed for those in clinical practice, academia, public health or other related fields who want to take their career in dental education to the next level,” said Sang Park, D.D.S., Associate Dean for Dental Education at HSDM.

Sang Park, D.D.S.

The program is open to all dental educators, allied oral health professionals, public health leaders in oral health, international dental professionals, academic leadership aspirants and clinicians who have a desire to pursue a career in dental education. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent to apply.

The online format allows participants to take courses fully remote from any location, with the option of coming to Harvard in person to receive their degree at commencement. It features both synchronous instruction with Harvard faculty for real-time learning and community-building, and asynchronous components for scholarship and research, allowing built-in flexibility. The program emphasizes leadership development and a comprehensive approach to education across multiple learning environments.

The application deadline is Feb. 1, 2026, and the program will begin in July 2026. Learn more here.

About Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Located in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area, HSDM is a leader in dental education, research and patient care. Founded in 1867, it has the distinction of being the first dental school in the United States to be part of a university and its medical school, and the first to confer the D.M.D. degree. 

HSDM's mission is to foster a community of diverse global leaders in education, research and clinical innovation dedicated to improving human health by integrating dentistry and medicine. Its vision is to transform access to healthcare and advance science to prevent and find cures for oral diseases and conditions.

The school’s alumni make a significant impact in advancing the field of dental medicine and educating the next generation of dentists. Currently, eight alumni serve as deans of U.S. dental schools, 19 alumni are emeritus dental school deans and 24 universities worldwide have installed HSDM alumni as deans.

HSDM faculty continue to make groundbreaking discoveries in dental and craniofacial research, and with over 200 faculty members, HSDM’s research and teaching extends beyond campus through affiliations with renowned hospitals and research institutes.

Courtesy of Harvard School of Dental Medicine