University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Dental Hygiene Program · Bachelor's
4301 West Markham Street - Slot #624, Little Rock, AR 72205
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Accreditation: CODA: Approval without reporting requirements (source)
Class size: The class capacity for the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene Program each year is 38 students source
Program length: Two academic years; four 15-week semesters and one four-week summer session between the junior and senior years source
Program cost (in-state / in-district): Not published
National Board (NBDHE) pass rate: 100% (35/35) NBDHE first attempt pass rate (Class of 2025)
2024: 97.1%; 2023: 94.3%; three-year average 97.1%
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Application deadline: March 15 (applications open on or around July 15, 2026 and close March 15, 2027 for fall 2027) (Fall 2027 admission cycle) source
Prerequisites: Min 2.75 cumulative GPA; college algebra and 3 of 5 science prerequisites (C or better) by deadline, all by June 1; observation hours; personal statement source

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