Dental hygiene schools in Pennsylvania

Looking for dental hygienist schools in Pennsylvania? There are 12, including 8 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 2 private career schools. Dental hygienists in Pennsylvania earn a median $80,610 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
12
Public colleges
8
Median pay in PA
$80,610
Cities with schools
1

12 dental hygienist schools

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  1. All-State Career School - Essington

    Essington, PA · Private

    • Dental hygienist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +5

  2. Community College of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +10

  3. Fortis Institute - Scranton

    Scranton, PA · Private

    • Dental hygienist
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

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  5. Harcum College

    Bryn Mawr, PA · Private

    • Dental hygienist
    • Dental assistant
    • Radiologic technologist
    • +5

  6. Harrisburg Area Community College

    Harrisburg, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  7. Lancaster County Career & Technology Center

    Willow Street, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +7

  8. Luzerne County Community College

    Nanticoke, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  9. Manor College

    Jenkintown, PA · Private

    • Dental hygienist
    • Dental assistant
    • Veterinary technician
    • +1

  10. Montgomery County Community College

    Blue Bell, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +9

  11. Northampton County Area Community College

    Bethlehem, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  12. Pennsylvania College of Technology

    Williamsport, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  13. Westmoreland County Community College

    Youngwood, PA · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +16

Dental hygiene schools by city

What dental hygienists earn in Pennsylvania

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Dental hygienist salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a dental hygienist

Median pay
$80,610
$38.76 an hour
Typical range
$63,130–$103,540
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
7,970
Job growth, 2025–35
+8%
15,000 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many dental hygienist schools are in Pennsylvania?

We list 12 schools in Pennsylvania with dental hygienist programs: 8 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Essington, Scranton, Bryn Mawr, Willow Street, and Nanticoke.

Are there community college dental hygienist programs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. 8 public colleges in Pennsylvania offer dental hygienist. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does dental hygienist school cost in Pennsylvania?

Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,167 to $25,110. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do dental hygienists make in Pennsylvania?

The median pay for dental hygienists in Pennsylvania is $80,610 a year, and most earn between $63,130 and $103,540, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a dental hygienist school in Pennsylvania?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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