Overview
The mission of the Dentistry - Dental Hygiene graduate program at University of Michigan is to provide its students with the educational experiences necessary to become oral health leaders; to conduct research in basic, behavioral and clinical sciences and to serve the University, the profession, and the community
Program Goals
- Provide graduates with expanded skills to assume leadership roles in education, community health settings, research, and administration.
The graduate dental hygiene program prepares students to assume a variety of roles in dental hygiene. The program recognizes the need for its graduates to be prepared to assume leadership in dental hygiene education, changing health care delivery and workforce models as they develop.
- Prepare graduates for faculty positions in dental hygiene programs.
The American Dental and Dental Hygienists' Association and the America Dental Education Association recognize the increasing need for dental hygiene educators. Today, with an increase in the number of dental hygiene programs and simultaneous retirement of faculty, there remains a growing need for dental hygiene faculty. In 1964, U-M became one of the first dental hygiene programs to offer the MSDH degree, and continues to be a leader in the profession.
- Contribute to the body of knowledge in dental hygiene through research and scholarly activity.
The graduate dental hygiene program provides students with opportunities to gain outstanding research skills through solid methodology preparation and clinical/educational research experiences. Students receive excellent mentorship and exposure to changing technology and research methods, making the University of Michigan one of the foremost programs for dental hygiene translational research. the University, the profession, and the community.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Foundations of Dental Hygiene, Education, and Health Care
- Research Principles and Application
- Educational Concepts and Strategies
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Practicum in Pre-Clinical/Clinical Teaching
- Foundations of Oral Health Services
- Practicum in Didactic Teaching
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
36 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Blended, Online
Disciplines
Dentistry View 99 other Masters in Dentistry in United StatesAcademic requirements
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English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 86 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
- Have graduated from a CODA (Commission on Dental Accreditation) school or program of dental hygiene if a US applicant
- Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Have completed a baccalaureate-level biostatistics or statistics course with a grade of “C” or better prior to beginning the program. The course MUST be approved by the graduate program director (For more information refer to the Online Program "curriculum & prerequisites”)
Tuition Fee
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International
22089 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 22089 USD per year and a duration of 24 months. -
National
22089 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 22089 USD per year and a duration of 24 months. -
In-State
15462 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15462 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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