New York University College of Dentistry 58 courses 128 total credits
The Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH) program at NYU College of Dentistry offers students a flexible, rigorous pathway to a wide range of careers in oral health. This 128-credit program builds a strong foundation in clinical care, public health, education, research, and leadership. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue roles as clinicians, educators, administrators, public health advocates, researchers, and professionals in corporate or entrepreneurial settings. Admissions counselors are available to help applicants explore which option best fits their academic and professional goals. Students enrolled in the departmentβs internship courses are also eligible to apply for departmental scholarships. New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU. For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply.
General Requirements
History/Culture/Arts (2 courses)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EXWR1-UC 7502 | Writing for Exploration | 4 |
| EXWR1-UC 7503 | Mastering Creative & Professional Writing Skills | 4 |
| PSYC1-UC 6801 or PSYCH-UA 1 | Intro to Psychology or Intro to Psychology | 4 |
| SOCY1-UC 7200 or SOC-UA 1 | Intro to Sociology or Intro to Sociology | 4 |
| SOCS1-UC 2201 | Oral Communications | 4 |
| DHYG1-UD 114 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
| DHYG1-UD 120 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 |
| DHYG1-UD 116 | Chemistry for Allied Health | 4 |
| NURSE-UN 80 | Statistics I | 3 |
| Total General Requirements | 6 credits | |
Major Requirements
Major Electives
Select three of the following dental hygiene electives:
General Requirements
History/Culture/Arts (2 courses)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH-UA 121 | Calculus I | 4 |
| EXWR1-UC 7502 | Writing for Exploration | 4 |
| EXWR1-UC 7503 | Mastering Creative & Professional Writing Skills | 4 |
| PSYC1-UC 6801 or PSYCH-UA 1 | Intro to Psychology or Intro to Psychology | 4 |
| SOCY1-UC 7200 or SOC-UA 1 | Intro to Sociology or Intro to Sociology | 4 |
| SOCS1-UC 2201 | Oral Communications | 4 |
| DHYG1-UD 114 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
| Total General Requirements | 6 credits | |
General Requirements
DHYG1-UD 114
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DHYG1-UD 120 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 |
| Total General Requirements | 1 credits | |
Major Requirements
Major Electives
Select three of the following dental science electives:
Major Requirements
Mathematics
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NURSE-UN 80 | Statistics I | 3 |
| HUMN1-UC 6401 | Critical Thinking: Big Questions, Many Answers | 4 |
| DHYG3-UD 155 | Cultural Competence | 3 |
| DHYG3-UD 156 | Advanced Clinical Dental Hygiene Teaching | 3 |
| DHYG1-UD 125 | CPR Hygiene | 0 |
| DHYG3-UD 150 | Advanced Allied Dental Education | 3 |
| DHYG3-UD 151 | Internship I | 3 |
| DHYG2-UD 145 | Pain Management | 2 |
| DHYG3-UD 173 | Leadership Development | 3 |
| DHYG3-UD 162 | Research Methods | 4 |
| DHYG3-UD 172 | Internship II | 3 |
| Total Major Requirements | 3 credits | |
Major Electives
Select three of the following dental hygiene electives:
Major Requirements
Major Electives
Select three of the following dental hygiene electives:
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