NBDE Part I is a basic science exam that covers the first 2 years of dental school curriculum.

Eligibility

To participate in Part 1 of the National Board dental examination, a candidate must to the following things :

• Candidate must submit an examination application & fee.

• Official dental  course transcript verified by Educational Credential evaluators,inc (ECE).

• All the non accredited college students’ Medical transcript need to be ECE evaluated.

• Course by course evaluation.

Exam structure

Composed of 400 multiple-choice items, it is evenly distributed among the following disciplines:

• Anatomic Sciences

• Biochemistry/Physiology

• Microbiology/Pathology

• Dental Anatomy and Occlusion

Examination Schedule

Tutorial	15 Minutes
6-8 test lets (approx 200)	3.5 Hours
Optional Break	One Hour (Max.)
6-8 test lets (approx 200)	3.5 Hours
Post Examination Survey	15 Minutes

Question format

     • Completion
     • Questions & Answers
     • Negative
     • Paired True False
     • Cause & Effect

Exam Fee

$265. Partial Reexamination Fee $135 plus $35 per each section. Examination fees are non-refundable and non-transferable (no exceptions) for Additional score report - $ 25.