School of
Dental Hygiene
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6516 M.D. Anderson Blvd., Suite 1.085, Houston, TX  77030
phone 713.500.4086 - fax 713.500.0410
email: db-dental-hygiene@uth.tmc.edu

Acceptance Considerations

The dental hygiene education curriculum is a postsecondary scientifically-oriented program which is rigorous and intensive. Because enrollment is limited by facility capacity, special program admissions criteria and procedures are necessary to ensure that students are selected that have the potential for successfully completing the program.

Relative competitiveness of the application pool is determined by the academic requirements.  Additional elements considered include:

  • nature of academic program
  • demonstrated strength in science prerequisites
  • demonstrated leadership public/community
  • activities evidence of humanitarian service
  • extracurricular activities
  • communication skills
  • employment history
  • experiences in overcoming adverse personal or family conditions
  • employment experience in the dental profession

The individual evaluations by the committee are tabulated and a composite evaluation prepared for presentation to the entire committee.  The selection of the entering class is based upon the total evaluation conducted by the Admissions Committee incorporating all of the criteria listed.

 A personal interview is required.  The committee will request interviews with identified candidates.

 Legal residents of the State of Texas will be given preference in the selection of an entering class.

Applicants to the Bachelor of Science Degree program and applicants with science prerequisites in the last five years are given preference in the selection process. Evaluation of the academic history includes an assessment of course load and course distribution. May 31st is the deadline for course work.

 The University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston reserves the right to make revisions in curriculum and requirements of all programs. Tuition and fees are subject to change according to the State Legislature and/or Board of Regents.

The University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston does not discriminate on the basis of color, national origin, religion, sex, or disability in its policies, programs, or procedures.
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