Dental hygiene schools in Wisconsin

We found 8 schools offering dental hygienist training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Janesville, Eau Claire, Pewaukee, and Appleton and more. Dental hygienists in Wisconsin earn a median $96,540 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
8
Median pay in WI
$96,540

8 dental hygienist schools

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  1. Blackhawk Technical College

    Janesville, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22
  2. Chippewa Valley Technical College

    Eau Claire, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29
  3. Fox Valley Technical College

    Appleton, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +34
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  5. Madison Area Technical College

    Madison, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +26
  6. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +36
  7. Northcentral Technical College

    Wausau, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +27
  8. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

    Green Bay, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26
  9. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · Public

    • Dental hygienist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25

What dental hygienists earn in Wisconsin

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

Median pay
$96,540
$46.41 an hour
Typical range
$80,370–$110,240
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
5,080
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 Wisconsin?

We list 8 schools in Wisconsin with dental hygienist programs: 8 public colleges. Campuses are in Janesville, Eau Claire, Pewaukee, Appleton, and Madison.

Are there community college dental hygienist programs in Wisconsin?

Yes. 8 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,112 to $14,238. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for dental hygienists in Wisconsin is $96,540 a year, and most earn between $80,370 and $110,240, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a dental hygienist school in Wisconsin?

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.