Catawba Valley Community College

Dental Hygiene Program · Associate
2550 Highway 70, SE, Hickory, NC 28602
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Accreditation: CODA: Approval without reporting requirements (source)
Class size: Not published
Program length: five semesters, which require two years to complete after all program pre-requisites are satisfied; begins in the Fall term (2027 admission) source
Program cost (in-state / in-district): approximate cost for the program is $10,500 (based upon current in-state tuition rates; approximate cost only); covers tuition plus books, instruments, clinic uniforms, malpractice insurance, accident insurance and other fees (2027 admission)
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National Board (NBDHE) pass rate: Not published
Application deadline: Application & Requirements Deadline - January 31, 2027 (2027 admission) source
Prerequisites: Mandatory info session; 12 hours shadowing a dental hygienist; 3.00 GPA; pre-admission coursework with C or higher; ATDH (Admission Test for Dental Hygiene); MAR checklist (2027 admission) source

Facts as published by the school, last checked 2026-09-29. Please confirm details with the program before applying.