Learn more about studying Dental Hygiene as an international student.
What Midwestern State University says about their program:
The Program offers the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree (BSDH). Dental Hygienists are professionals, licensed by your state, who complete extensive educational and clinical preparation in preventive oral health care. They provide a wide range of services and can pursue a variety of career options including clinical, administrative/managerial, education, consumer advocate, research; and change agent.
SAT/ACT scores are still required for consideration of TSI Exemption
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA
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Official GRE or GMAT scores (GMAT for MBA students only) must be sent directly to Midwestern State University Admissions (School Code: 6408).
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MSU Texas's Global Education Office runs the Global Ambassadors Program, offering a scholarship of up to $1,000 to students who serve as campus ambassadors representing diverse majors, cultures, and backgrounds, interacting with prospective and current students, faculty, and alumni to support the university's international community. The program is listed by the Global Education Office directly on its International Student Scholarships page as one of the funding options open to international students, and applications for the 2026-2027 cycle open in February 2026.
The Good Neighbor Scholarship (administered through the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's Good Neighbor Program) exempts eligible students from Midwestern State University's tuition for 12 months beginning with the fall semester. It is expressly reserved for international students: applicants must be a native-born citizen and resident of an eligible Western Hemisphere country (excluding the USA and Cuba), must not hold dual U.S. citizenship, must have resided in the Western Hemisphere for at least five years, and must intend to return home after completing their studies. The award covers formula-funded coursework and is available to undergraduates who maintain the institution's financial-aid GPA standards; the 2026-2027 application cycle opens November 15, 2025.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
Midwestern State University prides itself on its affordability for all students choosing to invest in their future. Your tuition and fees entitle you to campus services such as free admission to athletic and fine arts events, access to the wellness center and renovated library, and use of the Mustang shuttle service.
At Midwestern State University, each graduate program is responsible for awarding scholarships to students in their program. International students are eligible to receive departmental scholarships and encouraged to apply for departmental funding to make the cost of attendance even more affordable. Additionally, international students are encouraged to apply for Graduate Assistantships.
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US$9,877 per year
The tuition fee displayed already includes an automatic discount for Studee students
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $959 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $564 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $119 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $63 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $45 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $158 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $9 |
| Gym membership | $15 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.