Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene: Concentration in Dental Science

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Dental Hygiene with a concentration in Dental Science at NYU Dentistry will provide a pathway for those looking to gain a solid foundation for dental school and other health-related professions, such as medicine, pharmacy, health sciences, and/or research. This new degree concentration will follow a rigorous curriculum (PDF) that includes science, math and liberal arts courses that are required for health-related professions, while preparing students for the practice of dental hygiene.

Working alongside other oral health professionals while in this program, students gain insight and experience that can inform their post-baccalaureate professional goals. Students graduate with practical skills and can become a "practice-ready" dental hygienist. A Bachelor of Science degree expands employment opportunities beyond private practice, including teaching, research, public health, and the corporate sector. 

Admission Requirements: BSDH with Concentration in Dental Science

• Completed application
• Two letters of recommendation
• Official transcript
• Personal statement (500-word minimum)
• Submit one of the following:
  • SAT score of 670 or higher on mathematics
  • or ACT mathematics score of 30 or higher
  • or B or higher in Algebra & Calculus (High School)
  • or college level Calculus taken in the last 10 year with a grade of B or better

High School applicants

• Minimum high school cumulative grade point average of 85% or higher
• Biology and Chemistry courses successfully completed with a grade of B or better, within a 10-year period before the student’s matriculation at NYU College of Dentistry

Transfer applicants, internal & external (for applicants with 12 or more college credits)

• Minimum high school cumulative grade point average of 85% or higher
  (If you have an associate or bachelor degree completed, the high school requirement can be waived upon advisor approval)
• A college cumulative grade point average of 2.8 or better
• Biology and Chemistry courses successfully completed with a grade of B or better, within a 10-year period before the student’s matriculation at NYU College of Dentistry

International applicants

• Minimum high school cumulative grade point average of 85% or higher
• Minimum college cumulative grade point average of 2.8 or higher
• Biology and Chemistry courses successfully completed with a grade of B or better, within a 10-year period before the student’s matriculation at NYU College of Dentistry
• ECE course-by-course evaluation for both high school and college transcripts.