Program Eligibility

• Each graded attempt for every science course will be averaged on a 4.0 scale for admission scoring.
  • For example, a student earns a C+ (2.4 points) the first time in a science course and wants a better grade. The student chooses to retake the course and then earns an A- (3.7 points), the averaged points for admission scoring would equal 3.05 points for that course.
    • UT Unofficial GPA Calculator will average semester course grades for you
• Only science course grades are averaged. Overall GPA is not averaged and is taken from official transcripts evaluated by UT.
• There is no limit on course retakes.
• Science coursework with a “Pass” or “NC” grade earned during 2020 will not be averaged. Only traditional letter grades on a 4.0 scale will be used in admission scoring.
  • Students who earn a “P” or “NC” in any program prerequisite must retake the course for a letter grade.
  • Example:  Face-to-face course disruption due to COVID-19 pandemic

• All science courses must have been completed in the last five (5) years
  • If any prerequisite science course is 5 years or older at the time of program application, student must take the HESI A2 for Sciences Exam for all science courses to demonstrate academic readiness for the program and preparation for success on national boards.
    • For Dental Hygiene Admissions, the HESI A2 Sciences exam must include three sections:
      1. Biology
      2. Chemistry
      3. Anatomy & Physiology
    • The cumulative score of the HESI A2 must be at 75% or higher.
      • If the cumulative score is below 75%, remediation is available online through Elsevier’s Evolve login.
      • Two retakes are allowed in a two-year period.
  • Contact the UT Professional Testing Center for HESI exam information
    • 435-652-7667

Applicants should have at least 46 college-level credits prior to starting the Dental Hygiene Program.

Dental Hygiene Program graduates earn a Bachelor of Science degree and must have 120 credits to graduate.

All UT General Education Requirements must be completed before beginning the program.  If you don’t have an Associate’s degree, please see the specific General Education Requirements to earn a Bachelor’s degree or contact an advisor.