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Dental Hygiene: Entry Level, Bachelor of Science

Part of the Department of Periodontics

Dental hygienists are licensed health care professionals that specialize in preventing oral health problems and diseases. To become a licensed, registered dental hygienist requires successful completion of an accredited dental hygiene program., the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination, a state or regional examination, and a jurisprudence exam. The primary responsibility of a dental hygienist is to treat and educate patients in the control and prevention of oral diseases. You can study to be a dental hygienist during the final two years of your undergraduate studies.

Dental Hygiene is projected to be one of the 30 fastest-growing occupations. The population growth combined with the increasing rate of retention of natural teeth will continue to stimulate the need for dental hygienists.

For questions regarding program admissions, please email dhadmissions@uthscsa.edu or call 210-567-3810.

Find out more about how to apply

 
  • Academics

    Our program prepares students for licensure and entry to the dental hygiene profession through two academic years of upper-level coursework.

  • How to Apply

    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.

  • Clinical Experience

    Our students gain experience in a clinical setting working within the practices at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry.

  • Tuition

    Dental school tuition may vary depending on coursework and academic needs. This chart gives an estimate, which is subject to change.

  • Paying for School

    Grants, loans and financial aid for dental school are available. Our financial aid advisors can assist you.

  • Attend an Open House

    Meet current students and faculty and tour our campus. Find out more about our Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene program and how to apply.

Program at a glance

This program is a part of the Department of Periodontics.

Requirements

  • 2.7 overall GPA
  • Completion of all dental school prerequisite courses with at least a grade of C (2.7 GPA)
  • International applicants: TOEFL minimum score 560 (paper), 220 (computer-based), 68 (Internet-based)
  • Application Process Begins October 29, 2020

Application Deadlines

  • December 31

Tuition & Fees

Learn more about total cost of attendance. Data subject to change.

Great motivators

They are great motivators and can help bring your ideas to fruition.
Dana Paladino, Dental Hygiene class president
Dana Paladino, Dental Hygiene class president

Quick facts

  • 3.2 overall G.P.A.

    of incoming Fall 2020 class

  • 90% pass rate

    for students the first time they take the licensing exam.

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