Apply to the Dental Hygiene Program
Weber State University’s Dental Hygiene Program application window opens annually on Oct. 15, and the application deadline is Jan. 15 annually.
This program is a "lockstep" design where students are admitted together and continue through the program together as a class.
After being accepted into the program, you should expect to spend 35-40 hours each week on campus in classrooms and clinical courses or studying. During the second year of the program, you will travel to complete clinical rotations off site as well as complete rotations in our campus-based clinic.
Carefully review the selection process and admissions criteria on this webpage. It is highly recommended that you make an appointment with the College of Health Professions Office of Admissions Advisement to review the courses and requirements needed to complete the pre-requisites that are required for admission. The Office of Admissions can also answer questions related to the application or admissions.
As a reminder, Weber State General Education requirements must be met to earn a degree from the Department of Dental Hygiene, along with prescribed dental hygiene coursework. University requirements to earn a degree are available in the WSU Catalog.
Applications are currently open.
2026 Dental Hygiene Application
RISK Notification: Dental Hygiene Department
Inherent risks are associated with providing direct patient oral health care for dental hygienists/students. Due to close patient contact, aerosol production, needlestick or instrument injury, etc. dental hygienists/students are at increased risk of exposure to infectious diseases. Students are highly advised to follow the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) guidelines for vaccinations for healthcare workers. Some vaccinations are required at some of our required clinical rotations; students are advised of these prior to the clinical rotations. In addition, dental hygienists/students are at increased risk to chemical and potentially hazardous drug exposure. The physical demands of dental hygiene procedures increase the likelihood of musculoskeletal disorders. Students are taught mitigation strategies regarding these risks; however, students must understand and assume the inherent risks that are associated with providing direct oral health care. (4/2025)
Selection Process
Admission to the program is competitive.
All parts of the application process must be completed when submitted, including your transcripts from Weber State or other higher education institution(s). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please read the instructions carefully on the application forms and review the checklist.
Our application evaluation is based on the following criteria:
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College grade point average (GPA) and science GPA
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Completion of the essay portion of the application
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Prior college or university experience (including your grades)
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Completed prerequisite courses
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Prior dental assisting experience of 50 hours is required, paid or volunteer.
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Prior dental-related work experience
If you are enrolled in fall semester courses during the application period, you must wait to submit your application until final grades are posted.
Application Requirements
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Completion of four years of high school or equivalent
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Completion of one year of prerequisite course work
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Completion of at least 50 hours of dental assisting experience (paid or volunteer)
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Students who have previous dental assisting employment, whether paid or volunteer, should fill out the Employment Verification Form (PDF) and submit it with their application.
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Submission of all college and university transcripts (including Weber State)
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Submission of the dental hygiene application form and attachments
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Required $25 nonrefundable application fee
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Application and acceptance to Weber State in good academic standing
Prerequisite Classes
The following courses are required before starting the program. Some courses will also satisfy some of your general education requirements required to obtain a degree. The required prerequisite courses must be completed before starting the program.
Students applying to the bachelor’s degree completion program must have an associate-level degree in dental hygiene, and must have completed the following prerequisite courses (or their transfer equivalents) along with the courses required for an Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene (or their transfer equivalents).
Applications Will Not Be Reviewed If:
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Applications are submitted after Jan. 15.
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Applicants have a prerequisite GPA below 2.5 and a science GPA below 2.5.
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Applications do not contain final grades of at least two of the specific required science courses and at least four of the additional prerequisite courses (six courses total).
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Applications have science courses that are seven years old or older.
Program Cost
For the 2025-2026 academic year, once admitted, the estimated cost for the two-year program is $25,550, or $46,118 with out-of-state tuition. Most expenses are incurred during the initial year. Costs do not include tuition/fees for the prerequisite year of coursework.
The following list contains estimated costs for the program and its components. Costs are subject to change, and some costs are nonrefundable.
- Tuition and university fees: $13,600 ($3,400 per semester, over four semesters)
- Lab/Course fees: $1,400 (over four semesters)
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Instruments: $3,800 (for both first and second year)
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Loupes: $2,000 (first year)
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Textbooks: $800 (over four semesters)
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Scrubs, lab jackets, and shoes: $450 (for both first and second years)
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Professional association dues and miscellaneous required expenses: $1,200 (first and second year)
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Miscellaneous costs include conference fees, student handbook, required CPR course and card, board exam review courses, and other required items.
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Exams and licensing fees: $2,900 (paid to outside testing and state licensing agencies during the final year)
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Costs are estimates; they are required by outside agencies, subject to change, and may vary in each state.
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