Master of Science in Dental Hygiene at University of New Mexico

Programme overview

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Dental Hygiene program is intended to develop dental hygienists to teach and develop dental health programs in a variety of settings, conduct research, and provide care as collaborative dental hygiene practitioners throughout the country. The purpose of this program is to educate students by developing their intellectual and creative skills and capabilities so students may be well-equipped to participate in the world as productive and enlighten.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Department: Dental Medicine | Duration: 30-33 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

What you will study

Satisfactory completion of all courses as listed below. Students who have completed graduate-level coursework (at a grade of "B" or higher) at an accredited institution other than UNM may apply for the credit(s) to be transferred. Students must maintain a 3.00 GPA or higher. Student must complete the Thesis and/or Non-Thesis Project. All work toward a Master's degree including transferred coursework must be...

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Application information

Entry requirements

Formal admission to UNM via the Office of Graduate Studies is an initial requirement for admission to the M.S. in Dental Hygiene. Application for the program is available online. The Division of Dental Hygiene recommends acceptance to the program after an interview with the Program Director is conducted with the applying candidate. Graduate Studies offers final determination of admission. The following documentation must be submitted with the program application: Proof of a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene or a related field. In the latter case, proof of having completed a certificate or associate dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and a regional accrediting agency is required. Proof of regional accreditation for all related degrees is required. Proof should be provided by official college transcripts. Evidence of an undergraduate overall...

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Each graduate and professional programme has its own admission requirements and deadlines; applicants apply through the Graduate Studies application.

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