Details: Dental Hygiene - Degree Completion, Major

MajorDental Hygiene - Degree Completion

Wichita State's Bachelor of Science (BSDH) in dental hygiene degree completion program gives you a fast, affordable way to earn your bachelor's degree—and boost your career.

  • Complete all courses online—in as little as 15 months
  • Earn up to 28 credit hours for prior coursework
  • Pay in-state tuition
  • Build a foundation for advanced degrees and gain skills for alternative roles in dental hygiene

Learn how dental hygiene - degree completion - is the right fit for you.

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Applied learning at Wichita State

At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

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Admission to the program

To be admitted, you must:

  • Have an overall minimum GPA of 2.50
  • Be admitted to Wichita State
  • Have your official transcripts sent to WSU
  • Provide a copy of your current dental hygiene license
Admission requirements

Curriculum

This completely online program, open to registered dental hygienists, builds on your skills and previous education to prepare you for:

  • Leadership in clinical practice or alternative setting
  • Evidenced-based practice
  • Community health settings
  • Educational settings
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Careers

A dental hygiene degree from Wichita State will help you start—or upgrade—your career in this high-paying, high-demand field. Graduates find work in research, teaching and clinical practice in a wide range of settings.

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