How long is the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
The length of the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program is two academic years; four 15-week semesters and one four-week summer session between the junior and senior years.
How many students are in each class of the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
The class capacity for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program each year is 36 students.
Can out-of-state students apply and be accepted to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Out-of-state students are welcome to apply to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program.
Can I work while enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
We recommend that students not work if at all possible while in the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program. If they must work, limit the number of hours worked per week to not more than eight to 10 hours.
What hours will be in attendance at school while enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
We advise students in the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program that the schedule may be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on some days, and to therefore not schedule other activities.
What is the deadline for admission applications to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Admissions deadlines for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program can be found on the How to Apply page.
When do classes begin for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Students are admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program once a year for the fall semester, and classes begin in August.
Is it hard to get accepted into the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program is competitive and based on the following factors:
- Academic achievement in math and science
- Overall academic achievement
- Leadership and professionalism
- Written and oral communication
Should I send a college transcript for all college coursework when applying to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities are required by the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program.
Is financial aid available for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Financial aid is available for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program. Interested individuals may contact the UAMS Financial Aid Office at 501-686-5451 for information concerning available grants, loans and scholarships.
Is experience as a dental assistant helpful when applying to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Familiarity with the dental work setting and terminology is helpful when applying to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program.
Do I have to have every prerequisite course completed before I can apply for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Applicants must have completed College Algebra and at least three out of the five required science courses by the application deadline. All remaining prerequisites must be completed by June 1 to be eligible for acceptance into the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program.
What courses are recommended as electives for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
Consult the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program at 501-686-5734 to ask about elective recommendations.
If I am past the traditional college age, am I too old to enter the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program?
There is no such thing as being too old for our Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program as long as students can meet the Technical Standards.
Are dental hygienists at risk for infectious diseases?
Dental hygienists are at no greater risk than any other health care professional. Policies and procedures for immunization, testing, and post-exposure incidents have been developed to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Centers for Disease Control, American Dental Association, American Dental Hygienists’ Association, and extramural site recommendations or policies. Dental hygiene students, in the course of their clinical responsibilities, have exposure to blood, blood products, tissue, secretions, or body fluids of patients potentially containing hepatitis B and are at risk for hepatitis B as well as other infectious diseases.