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Dental Hygiene in Washington

Dental Hygiene Schools in Washington

215 students earned Dental Hygiene degrees in Washington in the 2022-2023 year.

As a degree choice, Dental Hygiene is the 178th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Dental Hygiene Majors in Washington

Dental Hygiene majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 4

Gender Distribution

In Washington, a dental hygiene major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of dental hygiene majors in Washington is as follows:

  • Asian: 10.7%
  • Black or African American: 1.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 18.6%
  • White: 55.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.4%
  • Other Races: 12.1%
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Jobs for Dental Hygiene Grads in Washington

9,480 people in the state and 414,630 in the nation are employed in jobs related to dental hygiene.

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Wages for Dental Hygiene Jobs in Washington

In this state, dental hygiene grads earn an average of $90,690. Nationwide, they make an average of $75,500.

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There is one school in the state that offers this degree.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
12,349 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 68% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $11,676.

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Dental Hygiene Careers in WA

Some of the careers dental hygiene majors go into include:

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 38% $140,010
Dental Hygienists 20% $92,820

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