Argosy University Programs

Dental Hygiene AS Degree Program

College of Health Sciences

AS, Dental Hygiene

Program Information | Admissions Requirements | Course List

Program Information

Argosy University, Twin Cities in Eagan, Minnesota, offers an Associate of Science (AS) in Dental Hygiene degree program. The mission of this program is to provide the community with qualified dental hygienists prepared to perform effectively and productively within the allied health arena. Enrolled students will experience an integrated curriculum providing opportunities for building skills in assessment, cognitive, and lifelong learning, as well as technical skills.

Course Format
The program includes 90 credit hours of study. In addition to the program-specific courses, students are required to complete 30 credit hours in General Education to fulfill the requirements of an AS degree. Students applying for this program will be selected for acceptance based on an objective point system.

Students have the option to matriculate into the program beginning with the summer semester to complete prerequisite requirements.

Students who enter during the summer semester and follow the recommended curriculum outline can complete the program in 24 months. The maximum allowable timeframe for students entering during the summer semester based upon full-time status is 36 months.

Students who enter during the fall semester and follow the recommended curriculum outline can complete the program in 20 months. The maximum allowable time frame for students entering during the fall semester based upon full-time status is 30 months.

Career Outcome
Graduates will be prepared to provide preventive dental services as dental hygienists under the supervision of the dentist.

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Launch your career by enrolling in the AS in Dental Hygiene degree program. You can learn more about specific financial aid programs (available to those who qualify) on our Financial Aid & Scholarships pages, or by contacting us to request more information.

Tuition Data for this program at Argosy University, Twin Cities

Below is the current tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

Books & Digital Resources	$2250
Program Fees	$5931
Room & Board	$0
Tuition	$51750

The financial aid office uses an estimate of direct and indirect costs to determine how much financial aid a student may be eligible for. Direct costs include tuition, fees, some books and supplies, and institutional housing. Indirect costs include estimates of other living expenses, transportation and personal expenses. Housing costs may be considered direct or indirect. Examples of the costs of attendance estimates used can be found by clicking here.

*optional where available

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Program Costs

Q:

How much will this program cost me?

A:

Below is the institution tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.
Books & Digital Resources $2250
Program Fees $5931
Room & Board $0
Tuition $51750
*optional where available

Median Debt

Q:

What are my financing options to pay for the program?

A:

In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 96% of graduates used loans to finance their education. The median debt for program graduates:
Federal Loans: $26389
Private Educational Loans: $9000
Institutional Financing plan: $0

Success

Q:

How long will it take me to complete this program?

A:

The program could take as little as 26 months to complete.
85% of graduates from this program finished in this time.

Q:

What percentage of students find employment in their field or a related field?

A:

The accreditation agency and/or state at this location does not require the disclosure of placement rates.

Q:

What are the job opportunities for graduates of this program?

A:

For more information on job opportunities in this field of study, see the following links on career paths that may be open to you after studying in this field: The job opportunities links are for general information purposes. The program you have selected could have different outcomes. Please check with your admissions registrar for detailed information.
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Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Dental Hygienists