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#1

#1 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Foothill College
Los Altos Hills, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

76

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,665

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#2

#2 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Careers Unlimited
Orem, UT

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

58

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#3

#3 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

58

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,426

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#4

#4 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Pierce College District
Lakewood, WA

Every year, Pierce College District grants around 28 degrees to students majoring in Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,851

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#5

#5 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX

At Tyler Junior College, only two majors are offered: Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,148

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#6

#6 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Community College of Denver
Denver, CO

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$9,526

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#7

#7 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK

Each year, the University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center awards about 297 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

47

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,148

#8

#8 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

West Coast University-Orange County
Anaheim, CA

At West Coast University-Orange County, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Health/Health Care......view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

62

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$36,263

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#9

#9 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV

Every year, Truckee Meadows Community College grants around 14 degrees to those studying Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,768

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#10

#10 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Clark College
Vancouver, WA

Each year, Clark College grants around 23 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,547

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#11

#11 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia
Visalia, CA

At San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia, only three majors are offered: Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Dental......view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$28,857

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#12

#12 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA

At Lake Washington Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Computer Programming/Programmer, General, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$8,545

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#13

#13 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

Annually, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans awards around 249 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,184

#14

#14 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO

At Pueblo Community College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Pueblo Community College awards 8 degrees annually to Dental Hygiene/Hygienist majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,969

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#15

#15 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA

At Loma Linda University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,176

#16

#16 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR

At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the three most popular college majors students study are Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,199

#17

#17 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GA

At Georgia Highlands College, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

830–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$6,779

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#18

#18 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN

Each year, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center grants about 150 degrees to those studying Pharmaceutical Sciences, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,161

#19

#19 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Yakima Valley College
Yakima, WA

At Yakima Valley College, the most popular majors students study are Early Childhood Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. In fact, Yakima Valley College awards 36 degrees every year to Early Childhood Education and Teaching majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,326

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#20

#20 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, TX

At The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,297

#21

#21 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

South College
Knoxville, TN

Each year, South College awards about 275 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$16,584

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#22

#22 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE

At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,163

#23

#23 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA

At Columbia Basin College, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Project Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,348

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#24

#24 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Plaza College
Forest Hills, NY

At Plaza College, only three majors are offered: Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Dental......view more

Acceptance Rate

30%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$17,923

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#25

#25 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Concorde Career College-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

At Concorde Career College-Kansas City, only three majors are offered: Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Dental......view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$27,806

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#26

#26 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX

At The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (Emt Paramedic), and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,204

#27

#27 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD

At the University of Maryland- Baltimore, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Clinical Laboratory......view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,206

#28

#28 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV

At the College of Southern Nevada, the most popular majors students pursue are Project Management, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist. In fact, the College of Southern Nevada awards 91 degrees per year to Project Management majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$7,293

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#29

#29 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI

At the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

18%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

1,370–1,530

Est. Net Price *

$19,005

Median Starting Salary

$56,852

#30

#30 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Ohio State University-Main Campus
Columbus, OH

Annually, Ohio State University-Main Campus awards around 794 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

1,340–1,450

Est. Net Price *

$19,575

Median Starting Salary

$57,834

#31

#31 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

MCPHS University
Boston, MA

Each year, MCPHS University grants around 351 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Pharmacy, Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

70

SAT Score

1,090–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$37,182

Median Starting Salary

$59,000

#32

#32 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of New England
Biddeford, ME

At the University of New England, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biomedical Sciences, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

54

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$38,675

Median Starting Salary

$65,023

#33

#33 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Oregon Institute of Technology
Klamath Falls, OR

Each year, Oregon Institute of Technology awards around 103 degrees to students studying Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

58

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,274

Median Starting Salary

$55,320

#34

#34 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN

At Minnesota State University-Mankato, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

1,110–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$17,227

Median Starting Salary

$62,516

#35

#35 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Behavioral Sciences, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

19%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,370–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$11,140

Median Starting Salary

$57,150

#36

#36 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA

At Old Dominion University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other. In fact, Old Dominion University awards 313 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

74

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$16,150

Median Starting Salary

$56,807

#37

#37 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Herzing University-Minneapolis
St. Louis Park, MN

Each year, Herzing University-Minneapolis awards about 105 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$15,275

Median Starting Salary

$54,711

#38

#38 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX

At Texas Woman's University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Education, and General. In fact, Texas Woman's University awards 470 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$10,763

Median Starting Salary

$57,270

#39

#39 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Texas A&M University-College Station
College Station, TX

At Texas A&M University-College Station, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biomedical Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

1,160–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$21,610

Median Starting Salary

$57,406

#40

#40 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

Annually, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis awards around 564 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

45

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$11,592

Median Starting Salary

$58,219

#41

#41 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Each year, Northern Arizona University awards about 462 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

990–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$16,544

Median Starting Salary

$58,506

#42

#42 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

At the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities awards 520 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,290–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$16,730

Median Starting Salary

$60,118

#43

#43 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Wichita State University
Wichita, KS

Every year, Wichita State University grants about 272 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

59

SAT Score

970–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$14,184

Median Starting Salary

$57,550

#44

#44 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD

Each year, the University of South Dakota grants around 163 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

1,020–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$18,466

Median Starting Salary

$62,022

#45

#45 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Each year, New York University awards around 533 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,480–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$30,730

Median Starting Salary

$55,605

#46

#46 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR

Each year, Pacific University awards about 42 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

970–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$34,809

Median Starting Salary

$61,528

#47

#47 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT

Each year, the University of Bridgeport grants about 136 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

880–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$26,064

Median Starting Salary

$58,063

#48

#48 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA

At the University of Southern California, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

10%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,440–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$41,496

Median Starting Salary

$53,300

#49

#49 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of the Pacific
Stockton, CA

At the University of the Pacific, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,160–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$30,975

Median Starting Salary

$56,470

#50

#50 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI

Every year, the University of Detroit Mercy grants around 216 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,040–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$17,987

Median Starting Salary

$57,066

#51

#51 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV

At West Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

930–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$14,203

Median Starting Salary

$60,084

#52

#52 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA

Each year, Eastern Washington University awards about 121 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Exercise Physiology, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

42

SAT Score

890–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$13,786

Median Starting Salary

$58,403

#53

#53 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Albuquerque, NM

At the University of New Mexico-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$7,528

Median Starting Salary

$55,561

#54

#54 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

At the University of Missouri-Kansas City, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,090–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$14,201

Median Starting Salary

$55,786

#55

#55 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

At the University of Louisville, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. In fact, the University of Louisville awards 281 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,020–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$18,808

Median Starting Salary

$57,339

#56

#56 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

Annually, the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus grants around 407 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,290–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$24,338

Median Starting Salary

$60,236

#57

#57 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of New Haven
West Haven, CT

Annually, the University of New Haven grants about 237 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,090–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$34,201

Median Starting Salary

$64,102

#58

#58 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale, NY

At Farmingdale State College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Science, Technology and Society, Computer Programming/Programmer, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,020–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$8,224

Median Starting Salary

$57,988

#59

#59 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA

Annually, Pennsylvania College of Technology awards about 62 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$24,650

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#60

#60 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Augusta University
Augusta, GA

At Augusta University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Augusta University grants 193 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,020–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,486

Median Starting Salary

$56,800

#61

#61 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN

Annually, East Tennessee State University grants about 502 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$16,033

Median Starting Salary

$56,399

#62

#62 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Mississippi
University, MS

At the University of Mississippi, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,070–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$14,946

Median Starting Salary

$57,637

#63

#63 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe, LA

Annually, the University of Louisiana at Monroe awards about 169 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,020–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$11,160

Median Starting Salary

$56,871

#64

#64 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Carbondale, IL

At Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, the most popular majors students pursue are Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Trade and Industrial Teacher Education, and Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,131

Median Starting Salary

$57,032

#65

#65 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA

Every year, Virginia Commonwealth University grants about 502 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Health Teacher Education, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$22,852

Median Starting Salary

$58,841

#66

#66 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Each year, West Virginia University awards about 223 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,020–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,691

Median Starting Salary

$59,385

#67

#67 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Weber State University
Ogden, UT

Annually, Weber State University awards around 441 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Selling Skills and Sales Operations, Computer Science, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,572

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#68

#68 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, HI

At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Hawaii at Manoa awards 216 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,030–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$14,557

Median Starting Salary

$56,789

#69

#69 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH

Each year, Youngstown State University grants about 151 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$11,740

Median Starting Salary

$58,182

#70

#70 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID

At Idaho State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,353

Median Starting Salary

$57,607

#71

#71 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN

Annually, the University of Southern Indiana grants about 110 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,066

Median Starting Salary

$60,404

#72

#72 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY

Annually, Western Kentucky University grants about 170 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

880–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$12,054

Median Starting Salary

$57,429

#73

#73 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Clayton State University
Morrow, GA

At Clayton State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Community Psychology, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

880–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$9,397

Median Starting Salary

$56,008

#74

#74 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Lewis University
Romeoville, IL

Every year, Lewis University awards around 114 degrees to students studying Computer Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Aviation/Airway Management and Operations....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,010–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$19,472

Median Starting Salary

$60,157

#75

#75 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY

Each year, the University of Wyoming awards around 148 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,070–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$13,299

Median Starting Salary

$58,730

#76

#76 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Tennessee Wesleyan University
Athens, TN

Every year, Tennessee Wesleyan University grants about 82 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

940–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$16,414

Median Starting Salary

$57,648

#77

#77 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

Each year, Ferris State University grants around 222 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

900–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$13,154

Median Starting Salary

$58,292

#78

#78 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Regis College
Weston, MA

At Regis College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

860–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$30,212

Median Starting Salary

$60,965

#79

#79 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT

At Utah Valley University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$8,650

Median Starting Salary

$57,772

#80

#80 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Indiana University-South Bend
South Bend, IN

At Indiana University-South Bend, the most popular majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Wellness, and General. In fact, Indiana University-South Bend grants 155 degrees per year to graduating Business/Commerce, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

980–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$8,090

Median Starting Salary

$59,186

#81

#81 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN

Annually, Metropolitan State University awards about 207 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

890–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$18,233

Median Starting Salary

$56,241

#82

#82 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Indiana University-Northwest
Gary, IN

Each year, Indiana University-Northwest grants about 64 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

950–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$5,553

Median Starting Salary

$58,513

#83

#83 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Utah Tech University
Saint George, UT

At Utah Tech University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$15,488

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#84

#84 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Siena Heights University
Adrian, MI

At Siena Heights University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$17,740

Median Starting Salary

$58,326

#85

#85 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Vermont Technical College
Randolph, VT

Annually, Vermont Technical College awards about 23 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Software Engineering, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

860–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$21,253

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#86

#86 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI

Each year, Rhode Island College awards around 150 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Social Work, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

860–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$11,549

Median Starting Salary

$59,044

#87

#87 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Marian University
Fond Du Lac, WI

At Marian University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. In fact, Marian University awards 43 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

930–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$23,552

Median Starting Salary

$61,885

#88

#88 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX

Each year, Midwestern State University awards about 197 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

910–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$11,798

Median Starting Salary

$58,351

#89

#89 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR

At the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Organizational Leadership, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

56%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$10,387

Median Starting Salary

$56,558

#90

#90 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Every year, the University of Alaska Anchorage awards around 125 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$13,931

Median Starting Salary

$57,143

#91

#91 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN

At Tennessee State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

880–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$9,231

Median Starting Salary

$56,304

#92

#92 Best College for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist in the U.S.

University of Maine at Augusta
Augusta, ME

Every year, the University of Maine at Augusta grants around 94 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,569

Median Starting Salary

$55,957

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

Dental Hygiene/Hygienist programs prepare individuals to clean teeth and apply preventive materials, provide oral health education and treatment counseling to patients, identify oral pathologies and injuries, and manage dental hygiene practices. Includes instruction in dental anatomy, microbiology, and pathology; dental hygiene theory and techniques; cleaning equipment operation and maintenance; dental materials; radiology; patient education and counseling; office management; supervised clinical training; and professional standards.

Of the 2,516 Dental Hygiene/Hygienist degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, 5% percent of whom are men and the other 95% percent are women. Did you know that California has more students being awarded a degree in Dental Hygiene/Hygienist than any other state in the US? In fact, California granted 288 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene/Hygienist is $65,400.

Popularity of Dental Hygiene/Hygienist Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Dental Hygiene/Hygienist degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying careers for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist majors include Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary, Dental Hygienists . But, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for certain jobs. Positions that are in high need that a degree in Dental Hygiene/Hygienist can prepare you for are Dental Hygienists, Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Dental Hygiene/Hygienist majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
2,516
Female Students
2,390 (94%)
Male Students
126 (5%)

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