Program Admission

Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program is determined through a selective process and is limited to 24 students each academic year.  The student's grade point average in the required prerequisite courses determines the admission ranking.  Candidates for the program must be eligible for dental hygiene licensure and capable of fulfilling clinical practice requirements. 

Requirements
To be considered for admission to the dental hygiene program, students must complete the following requirements:

• Acceptance to the University of Southern Indiana. To apply to the University, submit an admission application to the USI Office of Admissions. Dental Hygiene applications will be considered for admission after the student has applied and been accepted to the University.
• Completion of prerequisite courses with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.8 (4.0 scale).
• All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to beginning the Dental Hygiene professional curriculum.
• All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher. 

How to Apply
Submit an application to the USI Dental Hygiene Program by February 1 of the calendar year you desire admission to the program.