The 2026 ADEA Road to Residency is a one-day, interactive, virtual event on Saturday, Oct. 17, designed to help students and graduates across the oral health professions confidently navigate advanced education opportunities and explore career the pathways ahead.

Explore programs. Make connections. Find your path. Register for the ADEA Road to Residency to get practical guidance, expert insights and valuable connections to help you prepare for your journey to advanced dental education. Learn more about the application process, program selection and preparation, including ADEA PASS®, MATCH, application timelines, interview preparation and strategies for making a successful transition to advanced education.

A major feature of the event experience is the ADEA GoAdvancedED Expo, giving you the opportunity to connect directly with specialty, advanced education and graduate program representatives through virtual sessions. Explore training environments, learn about program culture, ask questions and discover opportunities that align with your goals.

The ADEA Road to Residency goes beyond presentations. Virtual lounges provide opportunities for attendees to join live discussions, connect with peers and engage with experts through video and chat in real time. You’ll have direct access throughout the event to ADEA leaders and experts from the ADEA Council of Students, Residents and Fellows (ADEA COSRF), ADEA Council of Advanced Education Programs (ADEA COAEP), ADEA Council of Allied Dental Program Directors (ADEA CADPD) and the ADEA Council of Sections (ADEA COS).  

Whether you’re just beginning to explore advanced education opportunities or getting ready to apply, the ADEA Road to Residency event provides the tools, connections and confidence to move forward.

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