Overview

During the Dental Hygiene program of Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences students will spend the first 21 months completing the core curriculum and dental school prerequisites on the Boston campus. Then, you will continue in the 16-month professional phase in Boston, where you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside professional experts through clinical experiences in our prestigious on-campus clinic and community facilities.

When you graduate in December, you’ll be eligible to sit for the dental hygiene licensing examinations and may work as a dental hygienist to gain practical experience before starting dental school. With far more clinical expertise than many of your dental school peers, you'll be positioned to flourish in dental school.

Career Outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for dentists is expected to grow at a much faster rate than many other occupations, with a potential 18% increase in jobs needed by 2024. This growth is partly driven by demand for preventive dental services spurred by ongoing research linking oral health to general health as well as the aging baby boomer population, who are retaining more of their original teeth than previous generations.