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New York University
New York, New York · Private non-profit university
Address: 70 Washington Sq South, New York, NY 10012 · Phone: (212) 998-1212 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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New York University is a private non-profit school in New York, NY offering dental hygiene programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education among others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the state average completion rate is 64.0%, median graduate debt is $20,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $82,509; NYU's own completion rate versus that average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for New York University; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used, and 17.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $77,680 | $106,130 | $121,740 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 58 | $60,040 | $56,415 | $19,000 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
New York University is a private non-profit university located in New York, NY. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. Within its broader academic offerings, NYU's trade-relevant training centers on dental hygiene programs, with 58 completers reported in the federal data reviewed here. The university holds accreditation through multiple bodies, including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education for the institution overall and program-specific accreditors relevant to health and legal fields.
Federal Scorecard data shows a state average completion rate of 64.0%, though NYU's own completion rate relative to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is reported at $20,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $82,509. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 17.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating some share of lower-income enrollment among NYU's approximately 28,663 undergraduates.
Given the narrow program focus reflected in this data — dental hygiene — this listing may suit students seeking a credential in that specific health field within a large, urban, research-university setting rather than a dedicated vocational campus. Career changers should confirm program length, format, and licensing requirements directly with NYU, since program duration is not reported for this campus in federal data. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, consult the accreditors listed and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Federal data identifies dental hygiene programs at New York University, with 58 completers reported. No other trade program families are listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, NYU is accredited, with institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and additional program-specific accreditors including bodies overseeing dental, nursing, and other professional fields.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, NYU participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate is 64.0%, but NYU's completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $20,500 per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $82,509 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact NYU directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
NYU is a private non-profit institution, which generally means tuition revenue is reinvested into the school rather than distributed to shareholders, unlike for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact NYU to confirm the duration of its dental hygiene program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors, such as the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and check outcomes directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?193900.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This cannot be determined from federal data alone, since program length and schedule format are not reported for this campus; adult learners should contact NYU directly to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this federal data; prospective dental hygiene students should confirm state licensing requirements with NYU or their state board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach New York University at (212) 998-1212 or visit https://www.nyu.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby dental hygiene programs is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare schools directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.