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Idaho Dental Education Program requests one additional seat to curb dentist shortage
Summary
The Idaho Dental Education Program (IDEP) requested $54,000 ongoing to add one dental training seat to its contracted program with Creighton University, aiming to expand in‑state dental workforce capacity; IDEP director said the program consistently attracts highly qualified applicants and historically returns a large share of graduates to Idaho.
The Idaho Dental Education Program asked the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee on Wednesday for $54,000 in ongoing general‑fund support to add one dental student seat for FY2026 as part of a long‑range plan to expand the program to 36 seats.
Why it matters: IDEP places Idaho resident dental students through a contract with Creighton University after students complete a first year at Idaho State University. Program leaders told the committee many qualified applicants leave for out‑of‑state dental school if IDEP cannot offer seats; those students typically incur higher…
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