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DENTAL HYGIENE
Program Information and Application
271 Scott Swamp Road • Farmington, CT 06032
Admissions Office 860.255.3562
tunxis.commnet.edu
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DENTAL HYGIENE
Selective Admissions Criteria
Admissions Requirements: Dental Hygiene Program
All applicants to the Dental Hygiene Program at Tunxis Community College (TCC) must submit the following:
• A TCC application with the $20.00 application fee
• Dental Hygiene Program application
• Official high school and college transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation
• A Personal Statement
(Please provide a comprehensive biographical sketch of no more than 250 words that includes
information to assist the Admissions Committee in “getting to know you better”. Examples of information
that might be included in your biographical sketch include but are not limited to: details regarding dental
hygiene procedures you have observed, a description of community service projects in which you have
participated, and information concerning your interests, abilities and attitudes that have motivated you to
make the commitment required for a career in dental hygiene).
Note: Students who are currently TCC students do not have to submit another college application. Students who have
attended another Connecticut Community College do not have to pay the $20.00 application fee, but must
complete a TCC application.
Dental Hygiene students are admitted for the fall term only. The application deadline for admission to the Dental
Hygiene program is December 31, for the next academic year.
The following courses must be completed prior to the application deadline:
• Applicants must complete English 101, Chemistry 111, Anatomy and Physiology I, (Note: Anatomy
and Physiology I at TCC has Biology 121 as a prerequisite). All science courses must be taken
within five (5) years of applying to the program and be four (4) credits with a laboratory component.
• Applicants must be ready for college level math, evidenced either by successful completion of MAT*095
Elementary Algebra (at TCC) with a grade of C or better, or by placement into college level math (Math
137 or higher) on Accuplacer. It is highly recommended that students complete Math 137 Intermediate
Algebra prior to the start of the program. Note: A minimum combined GPA in prerequisite courses
of 2.7 is required.
• Applicants must attend a Dental Hygiene information session. Attendance will be verified with a
certificate issued by the session presenter.
(Contact Admissions at 860.255.3562 to reserve a seat).
• Applicants are encouraged to complete all science and general education courses prior to applying to
the program.
High school students may only meet the above program prerequisites by completing the equivalent
Advanced Placement (AP) course work and passing the AP final with a grade of “3” or better.
Prior to starting the program in the fall semester, applicants must:
• Complete Anatomy and Physiology II with a grade of C or better.
• Complete either Microbiology or Nutrition for the Health Care Professionals with a grade of C or
better. If these courses are in progress at the time of interview, applicant must provide mid-
term grades for evaluation.
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*Final acceptance of the applicant is
contingent upon successful completion Farmington, CT 06032
of these courses. tunxis.commnet.edu
Admissions Office
860.255.3562
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DENTAL HYGIENE
Selective Admissions Criteria
Admissions Requirements (continued)
Transfer Students–Dental Hygiene
Students currently enrolled in an accredited dental hygiene program who have good academic standing will
be considered for transfer on a space available basis. An assessment of the student’s clinical skills will be
made to determine placement and sequencing of courses. Note: Students who have attended another
Connecticut Community College do not have to pay the $20.00 application fee, but must complete a TCC
application.
Dental Hygiene Program Costs*
• First Year • Second Year
Tunxis Tuition (CT resident) $4,000 Tunxis Tuition (CT resident) $4,000
College Service Fees 274 College Service Fees 274
Student Activities Fees 20 Student Activities Fees 20
Clinical Fee 375 Textbooks: Fall/Spring 1,000
Textbooks: Fall/Spring 1,000 Association Dues 40
Uniforms 150 Boards/Licensing Exams 800
Instruments 3,000 Total cost for second year* $6,134
Association Dues 40
Total cost for first year* $8,859
Total cost for Dental Hygiene Degree Program* $14,993
*All costs are approximate and subject to change without notice.
Program Chair Associate Director of Admissions
Mary Bencivengo DH Admissions Counselor
860.255.3626 Lucretia C. Holley
mbencivengo@txcc.commnet.edu 860.255.3562
Lholley@txcc.commnet.edu
This program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
of the American Dental Association, a specialized accrediting body
recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Post-secondary
Accreditation and by the United States Department of Education.
The Commission on Dental Accreditation may be contacted at
312.440.2719 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611.
271 Scott Swamp Road
Farmington, CT 06032
tunxis.commnet.edu
Admissions Office
860.255.3562
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TUNXIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE Fall Entry Deadline:
Allied Health Department • Application for Admission
December 31
DENTAL HYGIENE PROGRAM.
Incomplete applications
will not be reviewed.
PERSONAL DATA
Name______________________________________________ Student/Banner I.D. #__________________________
Former Name (if applicable)_______________________________ Social Security #___________________________
Street Address_____________________________ City___________________ State_______ Zip Code___________
Home Phone ( )______________________________ Work Phone ( )_________________________________
ACADEMIC DATA
Please refer to College catalog for specific Dental Hygiene admissions criteria.
High School_____________________________ City_____________________ State_______ Zip Code___________
Graduation Date___________ Date of G.E.D.___________Have official transcripts been sent to Tunxis Admissions Office? YES NO
When were transcripts sent?____________________ Under What Name?___________________________________
Are you a current Tunxis Student? YES NO Attendance Dates_________________ Major_____________________
(If you are not a current Tunxis student, please complete a Tunxis Admissions Application.)
Previous College(s): List all colleges attended. Prior to December 31, Tunxis Admissions Office must receive OFFICIAL transcripts/records sent directly
from EACH institution attended.
College Attended and Major Dates
Required Courses: Please list below the courses and completion dates for each of the following dental hygiene admissions requirements.
This section MUST be completed. Failure to complete this section will result in disqualification of your application.
Course School Attended Year Completed Grade (C or better)
English Composition 101
Chemistry 111
Math 095 or Math 137
BIO*211 Anatomy &
Physiology I
(see course prerequisites)
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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Please list your three most recent employers and/or volunteer work and/or extracurricular activities. Attach additional sheet(s) as needed.
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I certify that the above information is accurate.
Signature_______________________________________________ Date___________________________
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