U Texas Health Science Center San Antonio
- Texas
- Degree Completion
- Online
- uthscsa.edu
Program Contact
UT Health San Antonio
Periodontics/Dental Hygiene, MC 7904
7703 Floyd Curl
Attn: Eboni Wilson
San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900
If you are a licensed dental hygienist and would like to continue your education towards a baccalaureate degree, the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has designed a flexible program. The on-line course delivery is convenient for many who wish to continue living and working in their home town. The BS Degree Completion Program includes upper-division elective courses that allow the student educational opportunities in teaching and community service-learning.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the field of dental hygiene is expected to grow. When you receive your bachelor degree, you will be in a position to advance in your career or seek a challenging new position within a wide range of options. Opportunities for graduates include dental management, teaching, marketing, sales, research, and can include positions with:
- Colleges and universities
- Hospitals with dental programs
- Public health agencies
- Insurance companies
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Corporations
For program prerequisites & more visit: https://www.uthscsa.edu/academics/dental/bachelor-science-dental-hygiene-completion-program-academics-information
Quotes from graduates:
"I chose this program because I needed flexibility while working a full-time job and raising my son. I needed a program that was 100% online. UT Health exceeded my expectations for an online education program. I received an amazing education from the UT faculty and graduated in the audacious class of 2021!!! If you are looking for a wonderful and exceptional BSDH program- look no further, UT Health is YOUR school!"
Kara Robinson, RDH, BSDH
Assistant Professor/Clinical
Class of 2021
“I chose this program because of it’s convenient, flexible delivery method and goal-focused degree plan. My dream was to teach, and I was able to select classes that afforded me the opportunity to gain hands-on teaching and administration experience. I also took courses in leadership, writing, public health, and aging, which successfully prepared and motivated me to pursue a master’s degree”
Rebekah Sculley, RDH, MS
Assistant Professor/Dental Hygiene
Class of 2015
For a sample study plan visit: https://www.uthscsa.edu/academics/dental/bachelor-science-dental-hygiene-completion-program-academics-information
Program Information
| Program Type | Degree Completion |
|---|---|
| Teaching Method | Online |
| Degree Awarded | Bachelor |
| Program Size | 12 |
| Program Length | 12-18 months |
| Application Deadline | December 31, 2023 |
| Program Start Date | July 1, 2024 |
| Credit Hours Required to Graduate | 30 semester credit hours |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | Yes |
| Accepts International Students | No |
| Supports Student Visa | No |
| Program Website | uthscsa.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
Supplemental Requirements
- Requires supplemental fee
Prerequisite Instructions
Completition of all dental hygiene school prerequisites with at least a C (GPA 2.7)
Must be a licensed dental hygienist that graduated from a CODA accredited dental hygiene program.
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
2 Letters of Recommendation are required.
Other Requirement Instructions
Please see our web-site for additional requirement instructions. A one day in-person orientation is required at the start of the program.