Dentistry Degree

The dentistry program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston prepares students for careers in academic dentistry, hospital dental service, community dental practice, or dentistry work in the armed forces. The program focuses on encompassing the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. Program courses include: basic biomedical sciences, occlusion, dental health and prevention, oral pathology, operative dentistry, oral radiology, pain management, oral medicine, clinic and health care management, patient counseling, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer dentistry degrees.

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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)

One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, a public institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Houston, TX, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at UTHealth is nearly 4,400 yearly.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Engineering
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Interdisciplinary Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. More information regarding admissions can be found at registrar.uth.tmc.edu.

Tuition & fees at UTHealth are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,700 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $29,000 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

Students Enrolled in the Dentistry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston offers a doctorate degree program in dentistry.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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.

Dentists, General

Description

Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, dentists, general employment is expected to grow at a rate of 18.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
  • Total Employment: 740
  • Average Hourly Rate: $78.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $163360

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