Overview

Key Facts and Outcomes

This online program will consist of 30 hours of coursework in public health and dental hygiene education. An internship and approved thesis will be the capstone of the program.

The Master of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene enables students advance their knowledge to address the complex oral health needs of a diverse population. Areas of study will include public health and dental hygiene education, and will include a research component. Graduates of this program will be prepared for employment opportunities in academia, dental public health and research.

Forty-five hours of approved field work experience are required by either an accredited dental hygiene program or a public health agency with a dental focus.

West Liberty University students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and a letter grade of B or higher in each course to remain in the program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Orientation Course

Leadership in a Healthcare Setting

Contemporary Applications of Ed Tech

Biostatic Applications

Internship in Dental Hygiene Education

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Wheeling, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

An Associate of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from a U.S. or Canadian Accredited Institution and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene or a related field

A current dental hygiene license in at least one state

One recommendation from a previous or current employer

A two-minute personal video statement.

Public Health and General Supervision Permits recommended

Preference will be given to applicants with prior clinical experience

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18750 USD / full

≈ 18750 USD / full
Out-of-State

17250 USD / full

≈ 17250 USD / full
Domestic

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In-State

17250 USD / full

≈ 17250 USD / full

Funding

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