Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences

Advanced Dental Therapy (MS) is a graduate degree program at Minnesota State University, Mankato. The program trains licensed dental hygienists with a bachelor's degree for an advanced practice role, with an aim of improving oral health among underserved and diverse populations. Graduates become eligible for licensure as dental therapists and for credentialing as advanced dental therapists in Minnesota. The degree is organized around a common core of advanced courses, and students shape their plan of study with a faculty advisor. Graduate coursework asks for independent reading, discussion and applied projects. Applicants should confirm current admission steps with the graduate studies office before applying. Details such as course sequencing, prerequisites and program policies are published in the university's academic catalog, which students should read alongside advising. Meeting an adviser early helps students plan each term and confirm that the program fits their goals.