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Dental Hygiene in Louisiana

Dental Hygiene Schools in Louisiana

75 Dental Hygiene students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

As a degree choice, Dental Hygiene is the 35th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Dental Hygiene Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 65
Associate Degree 10

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, 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 Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.7%
  • Black or African American: 9.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.0%
  • White: 72.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 8.0%
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Jobs for Dental Hygiene Grads in Louisiana

2,830 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 Louisiana

In this state, dental hygiene grads earn an average of $59,810. Nationwide, they make an average of $75,500.

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There are 3 colleges in Louisiana that offer dental hygiene degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans

New Orleans
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,835 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 3 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.70%.

#2

University of Louisiana at Monroe

Monroe
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
8,718 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years.

#3

Southern University at Shreveport

Shreveport
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,745 Total Students

60% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.70%. 87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Dental Hygiene Careers in LA

Some of the careers dental hygiene majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Dental Hygienists 7% $60,560

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to dental hygiene.

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Dental Assisting/Assistant 333
Dental Laboratory Technology 4

View all majors related to Dental Hygiene

View Nationwide Dental Hygiene Report

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