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Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Colleges Under $20,000

Programs with net price under $20,000. See our methodology.

St Petersburg College breaks the mold for dental support education by paying students $52 annually while they train, making it the only program in the nation with negative net costs. This Florida institution stands alongside 14 other schools nationwide offering dental support services training for under $10,000 annually. Graduates across these programs earn between $39,369 and $63,005, with College of Southern Nevada producing the highest-earning alumni at over $63,000 annually. The field connects directly to America's aging population, as dental hygienists and assistants fill critical roles in the 201,000 dental offices nationwide. Net costs range from St Petersburg's unusual negative figure to Tyler Junior College's $9,924, while graduation rates span from Community College of Denver's 15.8% to Foothill College's impressive 60%. These community colleges and regional universities provide accessible pathways into a healthcare sector experiencing steady growth, particularly in states like Nevada, California, and Texas where dental services continue expanding.
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Programs
$-52 – $15,001
Net Price Range
$53,639
Avg. Program Earnings
44.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

50 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $-52 $2,682 37.5%
2 $5,886 $5,156 39.8%
3 $5,970 $8,179 36.9% 80.3%
4 $6,329 $4,110 17.9%
5 $6,588 $2,944 20.8%
6 $7,131 $1,238 21.4%
7 $7,457 $3,144 28.2%
8 $7,549 $1,565 60.0%
9 $8,302 $6,194 27.7%
10 $8,364 $8,179 35.7% 86.9%
11 $8,463 $6,270 40.7%
12 $9,173 $8,576 57.1% 73.2%
13 $9,431 $4,902 15.8%
14 $9,826 $4,632 35.7%
15 $9,924 $3,112 26.7%
16 $10,026 $8,568 33.0%
17 $10,097 $6,906 37.0%
18 $10,123 $4,686 31.2%
19 $10,145 $5,068 35.4% 56.3%
20 $10,402 $5,163 33.8%
21 $10,722 $6,391 43.0%
22 $10,916 $11,436 53.7% 97.0%
23 $10,948 $8,648 44.2% 93.6%
24 $10,988 $10,986 46.2% 87.5%
25 $11,063 $4,883 37.5%
26 $11,353 $8,618 23.3%
27 $11,408 $10,449 53.9% 82.9%
28 $11,513 $9,254 32.5% 80.7%
29 $11,633 $9,190 50.6% 70.1%
30 $11,653 $8,400 38.3% 99.5%
31 $11,779 $6,938 59.8% 96.0%
32 $11,877 $10,791 52.9% 80.6%
33 $11,882 $10,310 41.3% 92.4%
34 $12,202 $13,630 47.9% 87.9%
35 $12,621 $10,136 52.0% 94.4%
36 $12,837 $11,988 55.9% 69.5%
37 $12,983 $8,989 92.1% 17.1%
38 $12,997 $9,648 61.2% 88.4%
39 $13,091 $8,353 47.2% 96.1%
40 $13,164 $9,412 68.5% 97.4%
41 $13,181 $12,186 62.6% 72.8%
42 $13,347 $8,122 48.6% 85.5%
43 $13,485 $12,643 83.7% 47.5%
44 $13,776 $9,322 51.4% 94.9%
45 $13,780 $7,566 28.9% 65.3%
46 $14,170 $12,262 44.4% 95.1%
47 $14,832 $17,228 93.2% 17.7%
48 $14,879 $29,264 43.6% 60.7%
49 $14,922 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
50 $15,001 $8,689 44.1% 94.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes St Petersburg College's dental program costs so unusual compared to other schools?

St Petersburg College shows a negative net cost of $52, meaning students actually receive money while attending their dental support program. This contrasts sharply with other affordable options like West Los Angeles College at $7,131 or Foothill College at $7,549 net cost. The negative cost likely results from financial aid packages that exceed tuition and fees, making it the most affordable dental training option nationally.

How do graduation rates vary among these affordable dental programs?

Graduation rates span a wide range from 15.8% at Community College of Denver to 60% at Foothill College. Most programs fall between 20-40%, with Farmingdale State College achieving 57.1% and Utah Valley University reaching 40.7%. These variations often reflect different program structures, student support services, and regional economic factors affecting student completion.

Where do dental support graduates earn the highest salaries after graduation?

College of Southern Nevada graduates command the highest earnings at $63,005 annually, significantly above the national range bottom of $39,369 at Utah Valley University. Clark College graduates earn $60,320, while St Petersburg College alumni make $55,512 annually. Nevada's strong tourism economy and growing retiree population likely drive higher dental service demand and wages.

Is there a connection between program costs and graduate debt levels?

Student debt varies independently of net program costs across these schools. Foothill College combines a moderate $7,549 net cost with just $11,000 in graduate debt. Lake Washington Institute shows $5,886 net cost but $23,000 debt, while Indiana University-South Bend students carry $21,500 debt despite similar net costs. Living expenses and individual financial situations create these variations.

Does geographic location affect admission difficulty for dental support programs?

Admission rates range from moderately selective to open enrollment across regions. Indiana University-South Bend accepts 86.88% of applicants while Indiana University-Northwest admits 80.31%. Farmingdale State College shows the most selective admission at 73.17%. Many community colleges maintain open enrollment policies, making geographic location less important than program capacity and state residency requirements.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.