Top 10 Accredited Dental Hygienist Schools in the US

In the US, there are several colleges that offer a dental hygienist program, but all dental hygienist schools are different. Each has its own merits as well as approaches to the theoretical and practical principles of dental hygiene.

Here are some of the universities that have stood out using their strong theoretical and practical approaches to the dental hygienist program:

dental hygienist schools

 

1. University of Minnesota

This stellar university has a Bachelor’s as well as a Master’s program for those interested in dental hygiene. This highly selective institution has a focus on both research and technological advancements.

University of Minnesota-School of Dentistry

Moos Tower
515 Delaware St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
dhapply@umn.edu

 

 2. Ohio State University

This college has something for everyone. It has a full-fledged Dental Hygiene Entry Level Program (BS) geared towards those aiming to complete a four year degree. It also has a Dental Hygiene Degree Completion Program for those who have a related (Associates) degree now but still wish to complete their Bachelors. This is one of the most comprehensive dental hygienist schools in the country.

The Dental Hygiene Program

3082 Postle Hall,

305 W 12th Ave,

The Ohio State University,

Columbus OH 43210

 

3. Miami Dade College

This college features an A.S. in Dental Hygiene program that is short but comprehensive.

300 N.E. 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33132

 

4. New York University

A college of great reputation, NYU offers both AAS and BS programs in dental hygiene.

NYU College of Dentistry

345 E. 24th Street,

New York, NY 10010

Phone: 212-998-9800

dental.dhadmissions@nyu.edu

 

5. Northern Virginia Community College

This community college provides a small program that prepares students for real life work. It teaches students essential skills such as critical thinking and research, both of which are needed to fulfill dental hygienist requirements

Northern Virginia Community College
4001 Wakefield Chapel Road
Annandale, VA 22003
703-323-3000

 

6. Lone Star College

This college offers a great program in AAS dental hygiene and also prepares students to become registered dental hygienists.

Lone Star College System
5000 Research Forest Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77381
832-813-6500

 

7. University of Michigan

The University of Michigan already has a great reputation as a university. Add to it a dental hygiene program that has research and patient care as its core and you have one of the best dental hygienist schools in the US.

Division of Dental Hygiene – Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
1011 N University Avenue
Ann Arbor MI 48109-1078

hygiene.info@umich.edu

 

8. College of Southern Nevada

This college offers both AAS and BS programs. In addition to that, it also offers students the freedom to choose between part-time and full-time programs, making it a great choice for those who are already working.

College of Southern Nevada
6375 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89146
702-651-5000

dentalhygiene@csn.edu

 

 9. Riverside Community College

This is one of the smaller dental hygienist schools in the US, but boasts an AAS program that allows you to get certified and work confidently alongside dentists.

Riverside Community College
Moreno Valley Campus
Attn: Dental Hygiene Program
16130 Lasselle Street
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
951-571-6100

 

10. Tarrant County College

Valuable skills such as safe, cost-effective patient care that can be easily applied in the work environment are taught within this dental hygienist school.

Debra Krebs, Dental Hygiene and Emergency Medical Services Advisement
Northeast Campus
Building NFAC, Room 1109
828 W. Harwood Road
Hurst, TX 76054
817-515-6245

While these are all great places to help you become a dental hygienist, it is imperative to choose one that suits both of your needs and academic goals.

 

Your Turn

Have you been in any of these programs? What do you think is the most important thing to consider when looking for a dental hygienist school?

 

 

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