The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
- Ohio
- Degree Completion
- Online
- dentistry.osu.edu
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The Ohio State University's RDH to Bachelor of Science, Dental Hygiene Completion Program is a flexible, online course of study that leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. This program is designed for licensed dental hygienists who hold an associate degree or certificate in dental hygiene from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program. The program provides an opportunity for students to participate in a stimulating and educational environment that combines the general education aspects of a baccalaureate degree with advanced education in dental hygiene. Information is available at dentistry.osu.edu/dhy
Program Information
| Program Type | Degree Completion |
|---|---|
| Teaching Method | Online |
| Degree Awarded | Bachelor |
| Program Size | 10 (estimate) |
| Program Length | 12-24 months |
| Application Deadline | May 1, 2024 |
| Program Start Date | August 1, 2024 |
| Credit Hours Required to Graduate | 120 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | No |
| Accepts International Students | No |
| Supports Student Visa | No |
| Program Website | dentistry.osu.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
Prerequisite Instructions
- Applicants must be graduates of a CODA accredited dental hygiene program, have a cumulative grade point average and dental hygiene program grade point average of 2.70 or higher and be licensed or eligible for an Ohio license to practice dental hygiene.
- Completion of a college mathematics course at the level of OSU Math 1116 or higher, OR Stats 1350 or higher with a grade of C- or above prior to program entry.
- Transcripts are required from all colleges previously attended.
- Students who are enrolled in their entry level dental hygiene program in spring semester should submit a current transcript with the application then submit a final transcript after spring semester grades have been added.
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
- Two letters of recommendation are required.
- For current students and recent graduates, one letter should be from the director of the dental hygiene program.
- The second can be from the clinical supervisor, a faculty member, or an employer; applicants who have been in practice for more than a year can submit two letters from employers or colleagues.
Other Requirement Instructions
Select from the options below to determine which program(s) are available in your state. We are working hard to expand the number of states in which each program is authorized. So even if the program you’re interested in is not currently available in your state, it may be in the future. https://online.osu.edu/state-authorization-eligibility/state-search