Although the UCLA School of Dentistry does not have a formal elective or exchange program, we do welcome individuals to be student observers in our classrooms and clinics. If you should decide to become an observer at UCLA School of Dentistry you must complete the Application Form and submit a letter from the Dean of your dental school confirming that you are a student in good standing and that you are currently in your 3rd or 4th year of study. In order for your request to be approved it is also necessary to inform us of the date of your expected arrival at UCLA and your departure date. Upon your arrival you will be introduced by email to the faculty, staff and students. Lastly, you are not permitted to engage in patient treatment or work in the student laboratories during your stay.

We cannot offer formal credit for your stay and you would not be enrolled as any type of student. You would also "be on your own" to find accommodations. However, there is information about local hotels and a hostel in Santa Monica not far from the UCLA campus, the beach and the bus lines which go directly to and from UCLA. You are also welcome to log on to the University Community Housing Office website at: www.cho.ucla.edu to look for temporary housing.

Again, we must remind you that you cannot engage in patient care or be formally enrolled with any official status. Should you decide to become an observer please be sure to forward directly to the Office of Student Affairs the Dean's letter, the names of all observers attending and the beginning and ending dates of your visit.

Contact Information:

Externships in All Departments Except Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
UCLA School of Dentistry
Student Affairs Office
10833 Le Conte Ave
A0-111 CHS
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Externships in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Victoria Nicholas
UCLA School of Dentistry
Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences
10833 Le Conte Ave
53-076 CHS
Los Angeles, CA 90095