The program in dental hygiene starts in the fall of each year. Prospective students should apply by March 1 of the year acceptance is desired in order to receive equal consideration with other applicants. General admission policies of the University of Michigan are observed. For tuition information, see the Office of the Registrar website.

Students enter the dental hygiene program as sophomores. All candidates must complete at least one year of college, or the equivalent of thirty semester hours of college level work in liberal arts. Prerequisite courses include:

• English composition
• Speech
• Introductory psychology
• Introductory sociology
• Chemistry (preferably with laboratory)

High school graduates desiring to spend their first year of study for the dental hygiene program at the University of Michigan should apply to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. College transfer students applying for admission must present at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Admission to the dental hygiene program is based upon scholastic achievements. Consideration is given to applications from all qualified resident and non-resident candidates. Applicants are encouraged to arrange an interview. The purpose of the interview is to acquaint the prospective student with the areas of study in dental hygiene and with the university campus. Contact hygiene.info@umich.edu for more information.

The university provides complete information and counseling for prospective students. When writing for information, the student should indicate educational background, work experience, and educational objectives. The university will then send the student informational materials. However, trips to campus for conferences and visits to instructional facilities are the best way to procure information and to make educational plans.

If a visit to the university is feasible, requests for appointments should be made in advance and two or three desirable dates suggested. Appropriate arrangements will be made for the visit and the student notified of the date of the appointment. Infectious and Bloodborne Diseases: The University of Michigan Dental Hygiene Program complies with institutional, local, state, and federal regulations on bloodborne pathogen diseases, ionizing radiation, and hazardous materials. Students in the Program follow CDC, OSHA, and other guidelines to protect themselves and their patients from occupational exposure to these hazards. In addition, the Program has policies and procedures related to individuals who have bloodborne infectious disease(s).

For further information, or to schedule an appointment, e-mail hygiene.info@umich.edu or
call 734-763-3392.