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Dental Support in Louisiana

Dental Support Schools in Louisiana

In 2021-2022, 371 students earned their Dental Support degrees in LA.

In terms of popularity, Dental Support is the 13th most popular major in the state out of a total 42 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Dental Support Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 261
Bachelor’s Degree 65
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 31
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 31
Associate Degree 14

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, a dental support major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of dental support majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.6%
  • Black or African American: 45.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.4%
  • White: 42.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Dental Support Grads in Louisiana

In this state, there are 7,880 people employed in jobs related to a dental support degree, compared to 790,170 nationwide.

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Wages for Dental Support Jobs in Louisiana

In this state, dental support grads earn an average of $37,920. Nationwide, they make an average of $43,180.

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There are 10 colleges in Louisiana that offer dental support degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
70 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $20,620 after earning their degree at this institution. The 5.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private school has an average net price of $23,507.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,835 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 3 to 1. Graduates earn an average $62,901 after graduation. 72% of the teachers are full time.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
822 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $21,822. The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 29 to 1.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
56 Total Students

In their early career, Unitech Training Academy-Metairie grads earn an average salary of $20,620. This private institution charges an average net price of $22,525. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
54 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $20,620 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,734. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
34 Total Students

In their early career, Unitech Training Academy-Houma grads earn an average salary of $20,620. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,073.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
234 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $20,620 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 63% get financial aid. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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

76% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. The student loan default rate of 2.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
147 Total Students

In their early career, Delta College of Arts & Technology - Lafayette Campus grads earn an average salary of $27,590. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Dental Support Careers in LA

Some of the careers dental support majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Dental Laboratory Technicians 17% $35,160
Dental Hygienists 7% $60,560
Dental Assistants 7% $31,930

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Allied Health Services 2,022
Nursing & Nursing Assistants 1,508
Allied Health Professions 907
Health/Medical Admin Services 701
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 572
Health Aids & Attendants 272
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 224
Health Sciences & Services 205

View all majors related to Dental Support

View Nationwide Dental Support Report

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