No, the Dental Hygiene Diploma Program at the University of Manitoba does not have a waiting list for admission. All applicants are in open competition for any given year.
How accessible is transportation to Bannatyne campus?
Transportation is very accessible, because the campus is found in the exciting centre of the city. Therefore, public transportation is very convenient. Parking is available at parking meters located on residential streets (maximum 2 hours) around the campus or in one of the near by parking lots (hourly parking). Also, there is a shuttle bus service set up from the main campus to the Bannatyne campus free of charge for the students.
The last day of operation for the Shuttle Bus this term is
Friday, April 29/11 - Service will resume on Tuesday, September 6/11.
Shuttle and bus service info.
Are the courses for the Dental Hygiene program offered through correspondence, distance learning or part-time study?
The courses for the program offered at the Faculty of Dentistry are during the day from Monday through Friday and run from August to April. Due to the importance of gaining clinical experience, these courses are not offered part-time or through correspondence.
Do you require letters of reference?
Letters of reference are not required when applying for the Dental Hygiene Diploma Program unless you are applying in the
Special Applicant category. (See "
Employment Professional Education Verification forms and a supplementary form")
What is the housing situation like around the dental campus?
There is student housing available for out-of-province students. Students are able to stay at the Medical Centre Apartments, however spaces are limited.
Additional housing info also available
here.
Useful Names, Addresses and Telephone Numbers
Other University contact information can be found here.