About this Program
Old Dominion University offers a Master of Science degree in dental hygiene with a concentration in dental hygiene global health. Through specialized skills training, graduates are prepared to assume leadership roles necessary for quality professional dental hygiene care and advancing knowledge and practice.
Solutions to complex health problems need the participation of dental hygienists educated in community health, research, management, education, public policy, and advocacy, just to name a few. Through academic courses, independent study, research and practical experience, graduate candidates are prepared to meet the present demand for dental hygiene leaders, practitioners, educators, oral health promoters, administrators/managers and researchers.
Program Highlights
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Students work one-to-one with faculty who are recognized nationally and internationally as leaders. With these faculty, students conduct research, develop theory, prepare professional presentations and manuscripts for publication, acquire a foundation for doctoral study, and are socialized to the meaning of scholarship.
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The program is available on campus, online, or as a hybrid of the two.
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Students can work at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½â€™s Dental Hygiene Research Center to develop their skills.
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The student-focused, nationally and internationally recognized faculty are committed to the educational preparation of dental hygienists leading to degrees at advanced levels; and the opportunity to segue to doctoral education in health services research within the College of Health Sciences.
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Requirements
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Completed Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, or completed accredited certificate or associate degree program in dental hygiene with a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
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Undergraduate overall quality grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for regular admission. Applicants not meeting this criteria may be considered for provisional admission.
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Submission of official transcripts of all college work.
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Scores from the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination.
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Two letters of recommendation from academic sources.
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A written statement including educational and professional goals, how the anticipated degree will assist in achieving those goals, and a detailed statement of research interests.
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For applicants interested in competing for a University Fellowship, the GRE or Millers Analogy scores are required.
Cost of Attendance
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ tuition and fees page.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion University, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
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