Dental Hygiene Entry Level, Bachelor of Science

Department of Periodontics Division of Dental Hygiene

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.

UT Health San Antonio’s Dental Hygiene program has extended its program to Laredo. Learn more about our Laredo program.

For questions regarding admissions to our program, 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.

Prerequisite Courses

Completion of all dental school prerequisite courses with at least a grade of C (2.7 GPA)

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. Email dhadmissions@uthscsa.edu or call 210-567-3810 for questions regarding admissions.

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 hygiene 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.

Important Dates

Oct
26
Application Process Begins
Dec
31
Application Deadline

Contact us

dhadmissions@uthscsa.edu
210-567-3810

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Tuition and fees

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