Dental Hygiene/Hygienist at Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, VA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 51.0602

Total Graduates

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

1 of 28

Female Graduates

96%

27 of 28

Annual Tuition & Fees

$5,400

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Dental Hygiene/Hygienist. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs in this range tend to be steady and well-resourced, though small enough that the entering class size can vary noticeably year to year. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $5,400 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Virginia Western Community College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Dental Hygiene/Hygienist.

Degree Level ASSOCIATE

CIP Code 51.0602

Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 28 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 4% male, 96% female

Is This Program Accredited?

Accredited by American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Since 1975 · Next review December 2031
Nearly every state requires graduation from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program for licensure.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, DAPIP, as of October 2026. Reported by accrediting agencies; not audited. DAPIP lists accreditation by program type, so confirm that it covers this specific credential with the school.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Dental Hygienists

Average Starting Salary

$94,260

10-Year Job Growth

+7%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Dental Hygienists SOC: 29-1292	$75,408	+7%	75%	primary100% confidence
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1071	$84,496	+17.3%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$70,695

Peak Salary

$117,825

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (3)

● Active Listening

● Critical Thinking

● Speaking

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Virginia Western Community College

Location Roanoke, VA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $5,400

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $11,838

Average Net Price $5,492

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Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0602

CIP Family: 51

IPEDS ID: