Students are the heart of the College of Dentistry. We are committed to ensuring that every student is engaged in a rich educational environment that prepares them for the future. Our programs provide students with the opportunity to develop skills, grow in confidence and discover how they will make a difference in the world. We want every student to leave the college with the knowledge, clinical ability, perspective, and skills in life and leadership they require as oral health professionals. 

Donor support will ensure that our students are equipped to become tomorrow’s leaders. 

Scholarships
and bursaries 

  • The Precision Oral and Systemic Health PhD program develops future academics and industry researchers. Donor support provides four graduate student scholarships each year, which makes it possible to operate the program. 
  • The Bachelor of Science in Dentistry program provides students with the opportunity to conduct authentic research. Donor support helps provide a stipend for five deserving students each year. 
  • As the need for dental care grows, so does the need for dental assistants. The Dental Assisting certificate program provides students with an unprecedented amount of hands-on learning in the dental clinic. 
  • Our Bachelor of Science in Dental Therapy program is the only one in Canada. The admission of students from Indigenous communities is prioritized. Donor support will provide scholarships and bursaries. 
  • The college believes in embracing the entire dental team. With that vision in mind, the college plans to introduce a Dental Hygiene program in 2024. 

Elective dental
procedure funding 

The College of Dentistry has reduced its fees for select advanced-level procedures to only 25% of the CDSS fee guide, yet many patients are still unable to afford these elective procedures. Financial support to mitigate the cost of elective procedures will mean high-quality care for patients, while ensuring students gain advanced-level experience in specialized treatments such as endodontics, crown and bridge, and removable prosthetics. 

 

Mental health
and wellness 

Strong social supports play an important role in the positive mental health of youth. The College is committed to the mental health of our students. We believe in strengthening their capacity as health professionals to feel, think and act in a manner that enhances their ability to deal with the challenges they face. Donor contributions to the Wellness fund will help provide the tools to support students in their wellness journey. 

 

Leadership
skill development 

Providing opportunities for student-led initiatives allows students to exercise their strengths, develop interests and prepare for their future. The College of Dentistry is committed to student well-being. The college provides learning opportunities in interpersonal skills such as leadership, teamwork and communication to assist students in graduating as socially conscious leaders in our profession and communities.