ADEA CAAPID is a centralized online application service for internationally educated dentists applying to participating advanced standing and international dentist programs. It provides one place to organize core personal, educational, professional, and supporting information and submit it to selected programs. Because program requirements vary, applicants should confirm each school's deadlines, credential-evaluation expectations, examinations, language requirements, and supplemental processes.

Key ADEA CAAPID Benefits:

  • Program Discovery: Research participating advanced standing and international dentist programs in one place.
  • Efficiency: Enter core biographic, educational, and professional information once for selected programs.
  • Centralized Document Submission: Organize transcripts, evaluations, and other required documents through a single application account, as permitted by program requirements.
  • Application Monitoring: Track application progress and the status of required materials.
  • Application Support: Follow application instructions and available support resources throughout the process.

How to Use It:

  1. Create an account and research the specific requirements for each program you are interested in.
  2. Enter biographic and educational history details into the application portal.
  3. Request official transcripts or upload unofficial transcripts to be sent directly to ADEA CAAPID depending on program requirements.
  4. Request recommendations from faculty or employers via the system, if required by your designated program.
  5. Submit the application before program deadlines to allow for processing time.