Overview

The Master of Science Degree Program in Dental Hygiene Online at The University of New Mexico is intended to develop dental hygienists to teach, develop dental health programs in a variety of settings, conduct research and provide care as collaborative dental hygiene practitioners throughout New Mexico.
The purpose of this program is consistent with UNM's mission, which is to educate students by developing their intellectual and creative skills and capabilities so students may be well equipped to participate in the world as productive and enlightened individuals.

The Master of Science Degree Program in Dental Hygiene will enable the graduate-level prepared dental hygienist to:

Build on the knowledge gained in baccalaureate degree dental hygiene

Prepare and specialize in dental hygiene

Enhance decision-making skills by participating in graduate-level dental hygiene courses

Develop problem-solving skills for independent dental hygiene practice

Contribute to the dental hygiene scientific body of knowledge

Conduct research and theory development in the dental hygiene sciences

Expand the scope of general knowledge by participating in University elective courses

Provide career opportunities in alternative practice settings

Build a foundation for future doctoral education in related disciplines

Develop collegiate relationships with practicing health care professionals

Participate in graduate dental hygiene internship experiences in educational settings, rural areas, industry and community outreach sites.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dental Hygiene Research Methods

Instructional Strategies

Clinical Teach

Current Issues

Dental Hygiene Management

Oral Medicine

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Albuquerque, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

CAS required

Letter of Intent

CV/Resume
Recommendations

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12960 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12960 USD / year

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In-State

12960 USD / year

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Funding

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