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I have completed my Bachelors in Dental Surgeon (BDS) from a college in India and I want to do my Post Graduate i.e., my MDS in USA. How should I proceed and what are exams I should take?

To study master in dental surgery in USA you will have to fulfill the following criteria
Candidate should have a bachelor BDS degree from a recognised university and must have passed all the examination
Candidate will have to appear for IELTS or tofel exam a minimum of 7.0 band is required for MDS and a score if 100 is required for TOFEL
candidate should have a university selection letter
Candidate should have a letter of recommendation form the college principal or the supervisor.

To study MDS in USA you will have to fulfill the following criteria
Candidate should have a bachelor degree in dental surgery from a recognised university
Candidate should score at least 7.0 bands in IELTS or above 100 in TOFEL exam
Candidate should have a letter of university selection
Candidate should have a recommendations letter from the college or supervisor they were studying.

To apply for a Master's in Dental Surgery (MDS) program in the United States, follow these general steps:

Research schools: Find universities and dental schools that offer MDS programs in the United States.

Meet the eligibility requirements: Most programs require that applicants have a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or a similar degree from a recognized institution, as well as meet minimum GPA requirements.

Take standardized tests: You will likely need to take the Dental Admission Test (DAT) or similar standardized tests.

Prepare application materials: These may include official transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statement, resume or CV, and test scores.

Submit your application: Apply online or through the school's admission portal, and pay the application fee.

Complete an interview: Some schools may require an interview as part of the application process.

Receive an offer: If your application is successful, you will receive an offer of admission from the school.

Accept the offer: Confirm your acceptance of the offer, pay any necessary fees, and enroll in the program.