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ACCEPTANCE RATE

77.49%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

16

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$27,531

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Dental Hygienist Program

The dental hygienist program at University of Detroit Mercy prepares students for careers as a clinician, oral health care education, health promoter, consumer advocate, administrator, or researcher. The program focuses on cleaning teeth, providing oral health education and treatment counseling, identify oral pathologies and injuries, and manage dental hygiene practices. Program courses include: dental anatomy, microbiology, pathology, dental hygiene theory and techniques, equipment operation and maintenance, dental materials, radiology, office management, supervised clinical training, and professional standards. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer dental hygienist program.

The Dental Hygienist program at University of Detroit Mercy is accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation for more than 49 years.

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University of Detroit Mercy

2955 S Haggerty, Canton, MI

University of Detroit Mercy is a nonprofit private institution located in Detroit, Michigan and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Detroit Mercy has a yearly student enrollment of around 5,500.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1390 to 1870 for the SAT exam and in a range of 22 to 27 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to University of Detroit Mercy. 63% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 26% choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at udmercy.edu.

Tuition is approximately $36,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $6,000. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Detroit Mercy Titans participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include but not limited to:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Fencing (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Students who would like to get more about Detroit Mercy may visit their website at http://www.udmercy.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Dental Hygienist Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Detroit Mercy has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than Four-Year Award
  • Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than Four-Year Award0
Bachelor's Degree27

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female26

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Black1
Hispanic2
White17
Non Resident Alien2
Unknown4

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Dental Hygienist program at University of Detroit Mercy, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Dental Hygienists

Description

Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, dental hygienists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $31.97
    • Average Annual Salary: $66500

    Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

    Admission Requirements & Details

    The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants University of Detroit Mercy accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

    College Credits Accepted

    • Dual Credits
    • Life Experience Credits
    • AP Course Credits
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    Academics & Student Services

    Student Services

    To help students and alumni, University of Detroit Mercy may provide services including:

    • Distance learning
    • Remedial instructional courses
    • Counseling assistance
    • Work study style employment
    • Helping students find work after graduation

    Intercollegiate Athletics

    University of Detroit Mercy is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

    • Basketball (Horizon League)
    • Track and Field (Horizon League)
    • Fencing
    • Golf
    • Lacrosse
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Tennis