Our Program . . .
is designed to prepare a competent, entry level dental hygienist within two years as a full time student. Because of space restrictions, (we can only admit 20 students each fall) enrollment is selective; that is, we select the top twenty applicants each fall to enter our program. We do not have a waiting list but, we do use an alternate list. If one of the twenty applicants cannot or chooses not to enter our program, then we invite applicants from our alternate list to enroll. Although personal interviews are not required, many applicants like to arrange for a visit to see our facility. Please contact the enrollment services office or the director of our program, Dr. Diana Bonfiglio at extension 2304, if you would like to arrange a visit. Applicants are strongly encouraged to set up an appointment and meet with a KCC academic advisor to ensure all dental hygiene program requirements and KCC graduation requirements will be met. Advisors can also help a student develop a course sequence schedule to enhance their chances of securing a position in the dental hygiene program. Contact Academic Advising for an appointment (269) 965-4124.

There are no prerequisites...
courses needed at this time for admission to our program. Our program is designed so that a newly graduated high school student may enter the program in the fall and successfully complete the program within two years. However, many students have previous college experiences which make the program easier to complete. Although not required, the following KCC courses are strongly recommended before application to the program.

Successful completion of these courses with a "C" or better earns extra points in the admissions process. Additionally, more points are awarded for the science courses BIOL 201, BIOL 202, BIOL 205 and CHEM 100 than for the general education courses ENGL 151, SOCI 201, COMM 101 and PSYC 201.

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