COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY College of Dental Medicine May 3, 2012 Ms. 301 East 66 Street, Apt. 8A New York, NY 10065 Dear Ms. Shuliak: OFFICE OF INF. DEAN 630 \Vest 168th Street New York, NY 10032 212.305.4511 Tel 212.305.7134 Fax litiplidental.columbia.edu It is my pleasure to inform you that the Admissions Committee of Columbia University College of Dental Medicine has selected you as a Transfer student who will join the Class of 2015 starting on August 27, 2012. Your selection gives credit to your years of hard work and your unique abilities. As the dental profession has evolved, Columbia University has further emphasized the correlation between the biomedical and clinical sciences; you will experience patient care ranging from pediatric to geriatric individuals. You will be well prepared to offer even the medically complex patient excellent treatment. The results of a recent survey conducted by the American Dental Education Association demonstrate national recognition of our strength in these areas. Typically, about 95% of Columbia students are accepted to Specialty Programs and General Practice Residencies Programs; this is more than 3 times the national average. The College provides excellent opportunities for students to perform research in close relation with the faculty. Being in the midst of Columbia-University Medical Center and having access to a large and diversified patient pool from the New York area enhance our ability to provide students with unique educational experiences. Individual attention in laboratories, patient care areas, and newly opened classrooms are direct benefits of our small class size. Finally, you may wish to pursue one of our many dual degree programs from the MBA to a PhD in education. We are confident that you have the potential to be a genuine credit to our institution and to your chosen profession. Enclosed you will find information on the important next steps in the matriculation process. PLEASE REVI