Matriculation sessions are designed to help our pre-doctoral and post-doctoral students transition to life at GSDM
Students should check their BU email frequently to stay up to date on orientation materials and time-sensitive documents. To ensure you receive important mailings, you must contact Admissions to update your address, email, and telephone information.
Predoctoral matriculation is the official enrollment of students into a doctoral program prior to earning a doctoral degree.
Postdoctoral matriculation marks the official start of postdoctoral training following completion of a doctoral degree.
Matriculation Ambassadors
Apply to become a GSDM Matriculation Ambassador for 2026 and play a key role in welcoming and supporting incoming students. Ambassadors serve as a resource, leader, and representative of the GSDM community throughout the matriculation process.
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Professional Ceremony
Friday, July 31, 2026
Each year, GSDM hosts a professional ceremony, a celebration of dedication, achievement, and the commencement of a promising professional journey for our newest predoctoral dental students.
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Matriculation Resources
Pre-Matriculation Health Requirements
All incoming pre-doctoral students and post-doctoral residents must provide certain health history information before arriving on campus.
Massachusetts law requires that you have certain immunizations before coming to school.
Please review the Health Requirement Guide in detail. This guide is designed to walk you through all the necessary steps to submit the required information before you arrive on campus.
Please do not contact Admissions or Student Affairs regarding your medical records or send them any health history or immunization forms. These offices are not allowed to see your protected health information and they do not have access to your student medical record.
A Guide to Graduate Student Health Insurance: BU Graduate Education has a series of videos that provide an overview to the Boston University Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) on their website.
If you have questions and need to send a secure message to Student Health Services, please use the following steps:
- Log intoPatient Connect (using your BU login and Kerberos password)
- Once in Patient Connect, choose the “Messages” option on the left-hand side of the screen
- Choose “New Message” and select the option that is most suitable for your request
Housing
Living in Boston as a professional student is an exciting experience!
The city offers a mix of historic charm, vibrant neighborhoods, and a strong academic community. From exploring local eateries and cultural attractions to enjoying parks and waterfronts, Boston has something for everyone. Learn more about what makes Boston an amazing place to live on the Living in Boston page.
Finding the perfect place to live is an important part of your experience at GSDM. Take some time to explore your options, ask questions, and choose what works best for you—so your time here is not only academically rewarding but also comfortable and enjoyable.
Here are some resources to help you make the best choice for your housing needs:
Boston University Medical Campus Housing Resources
- Assists incoming students and residents in finding housing in Boston and the surrounding areas.
- Offers guidance on apartment hunting, managing relationships with roommates and landlords, and understanding tenant rights and responsibilities.
- Provides support through helpful resources, presentations, workshops and housing fair
Boston University Graduate Housing
- Housing options for graduate students on the Charles River or Fenway campus including:
- Studio and one-bedroom apartments
- Shared brownstone-style accommodations
- Dormitory-style residences
- Fisk House, a co-op residence for women graduate students
- Hear advice and testimonials about finding housing from international students
For even more tips and answers to common questions, check out the FAQs about finding housing as a BU graduate or professional student. Whether you choose on-campus or off-campus housing, there are plenty of resources to help you find a place to call home!
Financial Aid
Congratulations on pursuing your professional education through GSDM! Whether you are just looking at financial aid options or getting ready to graduate we have the resources to help you make the best financial decisions.
Financial Aid Resources
