| How many students do you accept
into your program? |
24 |
| How many applications do you
receive? |
Approximately 135 |
| How often do you select a
class? |
Once a year in May for classes beginning
in the fall semester |
| What is the application deadline? |
February 1 of the year you wish to enter |
| When are the interviews? |
There are no interviews, but an Open House
in the Spring. |
| What G.P.A. is required? |
A minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0
scale) in the prerequisite courses. |
| When do my prerequisites need
to be completed? |
All science courses must be completed by
the end of the spring semester you desire admission to the program.
The remainder of the prerequisite courses must be completed prior
to beginning the professional course work. |
| Are there additional costs? |
Yes, approximately $6,450.00 (total over
the 2 years of professional courses). This amount covers the cost
of textbooks, instruments, clinic supplies, examination fees, and
miscellaneous items. This estimate does not include housing and transportation. |
| How long is the program? |
Four years. You will have two full years
of prerequisite courses and two years of professional dental hygiene
curriculum courses. |
| What degree do I receive? |
Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene |
| Do I need official transcripts?
|
Official college transcript(s) from institutions
other than USI must be submitted to the Dental Hygiene Program. |
| What is required for application
to the program? |
You must apply to USI first and be accepted,
then apply to the program. |
| When will I find out if I
am accepted? |
By the first of June. |
| Accreditation Agency |
American Dental Association Commission
on Dental Accreditation |
| State Licensure Examination
Results |
100% Success Rate |
| What is the national average
annual salary upon graduation? |
$62,430 (nationwide) |
| Key Features of USI Dental
Hygiene Program |
- State of the art on-campus clinic facilities
- Experienced faculty
- Low faculty/student ration
- Numerous community education experiences
- Diverse clinic client population
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