On Campus
Dental hygienists clean teeth, examine patients for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis, and provide other preventative dental care. They also educate patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health.
Dental hygienists work in offices of general dentists and dental specialists, public health agencies, hospitals, community clinics, public school systems, dental schools, dental hygiene education programs, and dental equipment/product sales and research.
The Pre-Dental Hygiene program at the University of Nebraska at Kearney will prepare you for higher education in the field, and is designed to fulfill the requirements of the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Dentistry.
from 2021 to 2031 according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Data based on cumulative placement statistics for the last 3 years
86%
Accepted
"I truly don’t know where I would be without this university and all it has to offer. I could not be happier. Also, I am so excited to move forward with dental hygiene school and my career.” “I am so thankful to attend UNK because everyone I meet has impacted me. I will never forget where I started – here at UNK."
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Pre-Dental Hygiene
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
