The Dental Hygiene Bachelor of Science, completed during the final two years of undergraduate studies, and successful completion of the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination, a state or regional examination, and a jurisprudence exam is required to become a Dental Hygienist.
Beginning in July 2023, UT Health San Antonio’s Dental Hygiene program will add an additional site in Laredo. Learn more about our Laredo program.
For questions regarding admissions to our program, please email dhadmissions@uthscsa.edu or call 210-567-3810.
Our program prepares students for licensure and entry to the dental hygiene profession through two academic years of upper-level coursework.
Completion of all dental school prerequisite courses with at least a grade of C (2.7 GPA)
We accept up to 30 students each fall. Dental hygiene admission is a competitive process. We consider many factors in addition to your academic credentials. Email dhadmissions@uthscsa.edu or call 210-567-3810 for questions regarding admissions.
Our students gain experience in a clinical setting working within the practices at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry.
Dental school tuition may vary depending on coursework and academic needs. This chart gives an estimate, which is subject to change.
Grants, loans and financial aid for dental school are available. Our financial aid advisors can assist you.
This program is a part of the Department of Periodontics.
Learn more about total cost of attendance. Data subject to change.