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 |  | Medium: Associate Degrees Average $4,600 In-State; $10,000-$21,000 Out-of-State |  | High: Bachelor's Degrees Average $20,000-$27,000 In-State, $36,000-$99,200 Otherwise |
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While scraping away plaque buildup and tracking gum health, dental hygienists[1] educate patients on oral health. Students specializing in preventative dental care earn either a two-year associate or a four-year bachelor degree. Generally the bachelor's degree holder will earn more money over the course of a career. Both programs cost the same as any other program at a community college or university.
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- Earning an associate degree through a community college is accomplished through one year of classroom study and one year of clinical. The two-year program averages $4,600 for in-state students according to the American Association of Community Colleges. Tuition for students from out of the area runs $10,000-$21,600 for two years.
- A bachelor's degree in dental hygiene requires two years of undergraduate studies followed by two years of clinical work. Cost for the four-year program at a public college or university averaged $20,000-$27,200 during 2006-2007 for in-state residents. Out-of-state students paid around $36,000-$99,200. Four years of tuition at private college averaged $80,000.
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Additional costs: |
- The cost for books and supplies varies depending on which degree program is selected. Bachelor students will spend an average of $1,200-$1,500 per year on the first two years of undergraduate work. The first year of clinical work will require about $700 in books and another $275 the second year.
- Instruments, uniforms and equipment for the clinical portion of the education runs about $1,400 the first year and $1,700 the second.
- Graduation from either program equals eligibility to sit for the Clinical Board Exam. Passing the $950 test earns a license to practice.
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- Eligibility for federal grants or student loans is determined after completion of the FAFSA[2] form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The form may be completed by hand or online and must be submitted for each school year.
- The American Dental Hygienists Association annually awards scholarships to qualified students.
Shopping for dental hygienist school: |
- The American Dental Hygienist Association maintains a list of dental hygienist programs[3] by state.
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What People Are Paying - Recent Comments |
| Posted by: Tooscentsational in Unknown, Other. | Posted: April 8th, 2013 06:04PM |
| Length of Program: 18months | School: Concorde career college |
This school is way over priced for what little education you get!! |
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| Posted by: jenRdh in lake worth, FL. | Posted: March 9th, 2010 05:03PM |
| Length of Program: 2 years | School: palm bch community college |
10,000 which included all costs. supplies, uniforms, books, etc |
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External Resources: |
- www.adha.org/education-careers
- www.fafsa.ed.gov
- www.adha.org/education-careers
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