Achieve your goal of becoming a dental hygienist at Normandale. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced instructors, and a supportive environment, you’ll be well prepared to take your dental hygiene licensing exams at the end of two years — and launch your career.
When you study dental hygiene at Normandale, you’ll pair rigorous classroom learning with hands-on instruction that is comprehensive — and affordable.
Pursue the program that’s right for you: We offer an associate’s degree along with a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.
Median annual wage for dental hygienists in May 2020*
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Job growth through 2030
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Dental hygienists needed to fill positions each year in the U.S.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Many job openings for dental hygienists can be found across the state, with great wages and flexibility. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on your community, and serve diverse individuals and families.
Our program is flexible, affordable, and second to none. You can either pursue a two-year associate’s degree in dental hygiene, or you can pursue your Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH) through our innovative and affordable dual-admission collaboration with Metropolitan State University.
Considering a career in dental hygiene? Find out more about our degree programs.
Find out more about the services offered at our student-run Dental Hygiene Clinic.
To apply, you must meet certain requirements with a grade of C or above:
Please note: Most students complete their required science and liberal arts courses prior to acceptance into the program.
Your estimated student expenses include tuition and fees ($18,500), and books and supplies ($5,000).
Professional association, license and examination fees are not included in this estimate.