• Also called the Dean’s Letter.
• Written by the Dean or designee.
• Collects the applicants’ grades and rank (if applicable), an evaluation of ethical behavior and remarks.
• This evaluation is required and will be sent to all programs designated by the applicant.

If your dental school has recently had a change of dean or the designated contact for the Institution Evaluation Form, please email this information to ADEAPASS@adea.org.

• Also called an individual letter.
• Written by individuals recommending the applicant; they are often faculty, mentors, colleagues or employers.
• Collects an evaluation of and comments for ten attributes (integrity, professional demeanor, clinical skills, reaction to criticism, didactic knowledge, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, self-awareness and maturity) and remarks.
• Three PEFs are required for every applicant with the choice to submit an additional two optional PEFs.
• All PEFs will be sent to all programs designated by the applicant.
• PEFs cannot be customized.