About the Online Degree Completion Program

Since 1996, Pitt’s Dental Hygiene program has been a leader in expanding access to advanced education for practicing hygienists. Originally launched as a correspondence-based bachelor’s completion program, we have continually evolved to meet the needs of working adults.

Beginning Fall 2026, the program will transition to a fully online, asynchronous format, making high-quality dental hygiene education accessible to more students nationwide.

Program Highlights

• Complete your BS in as few as three terms (full-time)
• Flexibility to take up to five years (part-time)
• Courses taught by experienced dental hygiene faculty
• Career-focused curriculum: education, public health, corporate/industry, leadership, and more
• Designed for licensed dental hygienists seeking advancement opportunities

What You Can Do With This Degree

As the dental hygiene profession expands, so does the need for practitioners with advanced education. The Pitt Dental Hygiene BS Degree Completion Program prepares graduates for emerging roles in:

• Corporate and Industry
• Education
• Public Health
• Health Informatics

Students can also tailor their degree by choosing from four concentrations, aligning their studies with their career goals. Join a community of dental hygiene professionals committed to advancing oral health and improving access to care through leadership, education, and service.

Learn how to apply and what you need: eligibility requirements, transfer credit details, application steps, and tuition and financial aid options.