About Us
What You Can Expect
The School of Dental Health Science (DHS) at Pacific University offers three academic programs:
- B.S. Dental Hygiene Program
- B.S. Degree Completion Program
- M.S. Dental Health Program
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The Dental Hygiene Program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Health. This program includes two years of dental health courses completed at Pacific University, following completion of required prerequisite coursework.
The Degree Completion Program is intended for current dental health professionals who wish to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Health. Students may attend on a part-time basis and do not need to complete courses in sequence.
The Master of Science in Dental Health Program is intended for current dental health professionals who wish to pursue a graduate degree. This program will begin in August 2009.
At The School of Dental Health Science
- You will find faculty who care deeply about the learning process and are committed to your success in the program.
- You will enjoy a broad educational experience which emphasizes communication skills, critical thinking, cultural awareness, community service, and professional leadership.
- You will learn in a supportive environment which embraces creativity, flexibility, and diversity.
- You will study in state-of-the-art classroom and clinical facilities at our Health Professions Campus along with graduate students in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Professional Psychology, Pharmacy and Healthcare Administration.
- You will provide care to diverse patient populations in our 16-chair Dental Health Clinic which provides dental health services to the community with special emphasis on patients who have limited access to dental care.
- You will complete clinic enrichment experiences in a variety of healthcare settings which include a dental school, public health clinic, community hospital, Indian Health Services dental clinic, managed care clinics and a long-term care facility.
- You will have a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary study with students and faculty in Pacific University's other professional programs and through a broad range of community affiliations.