Exam Dates, Fees, and Registration
*All exams are non-refundable and non-transferable.
| Examination Date | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 7, 2026 |
Pearson Vue |
Nov 5, 2025 9:00 AM CST |
Jan 7, 2026 |
CLOSED |
*All exams are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Scenario-based Clinical Examination
*Candidates may register for the Clinical Exam as long as they will have completed their program requirements and will have their program orthodontic certificate prior to the examination date. More information about eligibility requirements can be found here.
*Registration will close on the specified date listed unless the exam fills prior to this date. In the event that an exam fills, registrations will be allowed for waiting list only.
*ABO Clinical Examinations are held worldwide at Pearson Professional Centers. Pearson Vue will contact registered examinees 45-60 days prior to the start of the exam with scheduling information.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sep 17, 2025 |
Pearson Vue |
Sep 18, 2024 |
Jun 15, 2025 |
CLOSED |
|
Sep 16, 2026 |
Pearson Vue |
Sep 18, 2025 |
Jun 3, 2026 |
CLOSED |
Banking Completion - Online BCE
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Online BCE's may be taken at anytime during the Examination Dates listed below.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2 - Jul 24, 2025 |
Online |
Dec 17, 2024 |
Apr 18, 2025 |
CLOSED |
| Sep 5 - Nov 20, 2025 |
Online |
Apr 22, 2025 |
Aug 15, 2025 |
OPEN |
| Jan 7 - Mar 26, 2026 |
Online |
Aug 20, 2025 |
Dec 12, 2025 |
CLOSED |
| May 1 - Jul 23, 2026 |
Online |
Dec 16, 2025 |
Apr 17, 2026 |
CLOSED |
Banking Completion - Mail-In Cases
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Cases must be received at the ABO office at least one week prior to the Exam Start Date.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun 9 - 10, 2026 |
Mail-in |
Aug 20, 2025 |
Apr 16, 2026 |
CLOSED |
Banking Completion - BCOE Retake
*There are a limited number of seats available for this examination.
*Exam Schedules are sent 2 months prior to the start of the exam week.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun 10 - 11, 2026 |
Web-based/Live |
Aug 20, 2025 |
Mar 19, 2026 |
CLOSED |
*All exams are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Certification Renewal / Voluntary Renewal - BCE
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Online BCE's may be taken at anytime during the Examination Dates listed below.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | Exam & AJODO Due | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8-Dec 11, 2025 |
Online |
Mar 11, 2025 |
Dec 2, 2025 |
Dec 11, 2025 |
|
| Jan 7-Jun 18, 2026 |
Online |
Aug 20, 2025 |
Jun 9, 2026 |
Jun 18, 2026 |
CLOSED |
Certification Renewal / Voluntary Renewal - Mail-in Cases
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Cases must be received at the ABO office at least one week prior to the Exam Start Date.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun 9 - 10, 2026 |
Mail-in |
Aug 20, 2025 |
Apr 16, 2026 |
CLOSED |
*All fees paid to the ABO including, but not limited to annual fees, verification, and exam registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Written Examination Fees
|
Application |
$400.00 |
|
Registration |
$740.00 |
|
Written Examination Total |
$1,140.00 |
|
Written Re-Examination *Within 5 years from first Written Examination Attempt |
$740.00 |
Clinical Examination Fees
|
Scenario-based Clinical Examination |
$1,875.00 |
|
Scenario-based Clinical Re-Examination *Within 2 years from first Scenario-based Clinical Examination Attempt |
$1,475.00 |
|
Certification Renewal Examination |
$500.00 |
|
Voluntary Certification Renewal Examination |
$150.00 |
|
BCOE Re-Examination (Web-based) |
$300.00 |
|
ICE Re-Examination (by Mail) / BCE |
$150/case |
|
ICE Balance of Cases (by Mail) / BCE |
$0.00 |
Maintenance Fees
|
ABO Annual Fee Pay Annual Fee |
$285.00 |
The ABO is approved under Section 3689 for test fee reimbursement with GI Bill funds for eligible examinees. For more information, visit http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/licensing_certification.asp.