Policies & Handbooks

HSDM Student Handbook

The HSDM Student Handbook is your go-to resource for essential information on the DMD and Advanced Graduate Education programs, School and University policies, student life, and more. Key topics include:

• Attendance policies
• Registration requirements
• Policies on promotion and probation
• Observance of religious holidays
• Time-off and vacation policies
• Student rights and responsibilities
• Campus use rules

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HSDM Technical Standards

Admission to the Harvard School of Dental Medicine complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants and students are expected to meet HSDM Technical Standards to ensure their ability to fully participate in and complete the program.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities are available, provided they do not:

• Alter fundamental program requirements.
• Pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others.
• Create an undue burden.
• Compromise the program's academic integrity.

Students seeking accommodations should contact the Office of Disability Services:

• Phone: 617-432-9198
• Email: disabilityservices@hms.harvard.edu

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Research Guidebooks

The Office of Research provides comprehensive guidebooks outlining student research requirements. These resources are tailored to specific programs:

• DMD Research Guidebook
• MMSc Research Guidebook
• DMSc Research Guidebook

For detailed information, please refer to the guidebook relevant to your program.

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HSDM Student Organization Handbook

The Student Organization Handbook serves as a vital resource for students looking to start, manage, or participate in student organizations. It includes guidelines for:

• Forming and maintaining student organizations.
• Planning events and activities.
• Accessing funding and resources.
• Ensuring compliance with HSDM policies.

This handbook empowers students to contribute meaningfully to campus life while fostering leadership and collaboration.

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