Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene - Predental Track
Boston, USA
BSc
DURATION
37 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
USD 59,580 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to apply early, as space is limited
Key Summary
As a dentist, you have the power to restore and promote patients’ oral health. This unique program allows you to begin your education focused on your goal of attending dental school while preparing you as a dental hygienist.
In this 37-month program, you'll spend the first 21 months completing your core curriculum and dental school prerequisites on the Boston campus. Then, you will continue in the 16-month professional phase in Boston, where you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside professional experts through clinical experiences in our prestigious on-campus clinic and community facilities.
When you graduate in December, you’ll be eligible to sit for the dental hygiene licensing examinations and may work as a dental hygienist to gain practical experience before starting dental school. With far more clinical expertise than many of your dental school peers, you'll be positioned to flourish in dental school.
This program offers merit-based scholarships up to a maximum of $18,000 per year.
Year I – Fall
- Biology I: Cell And Molecular Biology
- Biology I Lab
- Chemistry Principles (w/ lab)
- Introduction to the Major
- Expository Writing I
- Calculus I
Year I – Spring
- Biology II Biology of Organisms (w/ lab)
- Chemistry Principles (w/ lab)
- Expository Writing II
- Calculus II
- Intro To Psychology
Year I – Summer Session
- Anatomy & Physiology I (w/ lab)
- Anatomy & Physiology II (w/ lab)
- HUM distribution elective
- Introduction to Interpersonal Communication for Health Professionals
Year II – Fall
- Organic Chemistry (w/ lab)
- American Culture, Identity, and Public Life
- Health Psychology (counts for DHY Program Elective & BEH elective)
- Foundations of Physics I
- Foundations of Physics Lab I
Year II – Spring
- Organic Chemistry II
- Organic Chemistry II Lab
- Cultural Anthropology
- Healthcare Ethics
- Foundations of Physics II (w/ lab)
Year II – Summer Session
- Medical Microbiology (w/ lab)
- Statistics
- Biochemistry
- Nutrition
Year III – Fall – Professional Phase
- Dental Anatomy and Histology
- Head and Neck Anatomy
- Dental Hygiene Process of Care I
- Dental Hygiene Pre clinic Laboratory
- Dental Radiology (w/ lab)
- Dental Materials (w/ lab)
Year III – Spring
- Dental Hygiene Process of Care II
- Clinic I
- Periodontology
- Pathology
- Pain Management
- Pain Management Lab
Year III – Summer
- Dental Hygiene Process of Care III
- Community Oral Health
- Oral Health Research
- Clinical Dental Hygiene II
Year IV – Fall
- Dental Hygiene Process of Care IV
- Clinical Dental Hygiene III
- Pharmacology
- Capstone Leadership in Dental Hygiene
- Practice & Career Management
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for dentists is expected to grow at a much faster rate than many other occupations, with a potential 18% increase in jobs needed by 2024. This growth is partly driven by demand for preventive dental services spurred by ongoing research linking oral health to general health as well as the aging baby boomer population, who are retaining more of their original teeth than previous generations.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also reports that the median annual wage for dentists was $158,310 in May 2015, with the highest 10 percent earning more than $187,200.
The U.S. News & World Report listed Orthodontist as the #1 and Dentist as the #2 profession in its “100 Best Jobs” list in 2016.
For students who do not continue their education at dental school, dental hygiene is a promising field. Dental Hygienists rank #2 in the U.S. News list of the 100 Best Health Care Support Jobs of 2016 and #32 in U.S. News’ list of the 100 Best Jobs of 2016.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the median annual wage for dental hygienists was $72,330 in May 2015. Associate’s degrees are the most common among practicing dental hygienists, while our bachelor’s degree offers the potential for even higher earnings. The demand for dental hygienists is expected to grow at a much faster rate than many other occupations, with a potential 19% increase in jobs needed through 2024.
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