Dental Assistant Schools in Mesa, AZ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Mesa, Arizona. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Mesa, AZ

#1

Carrington College-Mesa

Mesa, AZ 7.8 miles away BOC Score 41.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 329

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

UEI College-Mesa

Mesa, AZ 8.3 miles away BOC Score 21.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 721

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mesa Community College

Mesa, AZ 8.8 miles away BOC Score 54.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 5,754
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Pima Medical Institute-Mesa

Mesa, AZ 9 miles away BOC Score 53.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 409

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Arizona College-Mesa

Mesa, AZ 9 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 167

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#6

Brookline College-Tempe

Tempe, AZ 14.5 miles away BOC Score 31.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 128

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Rio Salado College

Tempe, AZ 14.8 miles away BOC Score 60.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 3,632
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Phoenix College

Phoenix, AZ 22.1 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • Programs offered: 58
  • Annual completions: 1,593
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Carrington College-Phoenix North

Phoenix, AZ 25 miles away BOC Score 60.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 534
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Brookline College-Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ 25.4 miles away BOC Score 37.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 284
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Arizona Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Arizona
Arizona Median Pay $49,000 $23.56 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $48,070 $23.11 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9091 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • DANB certification exam preparation and pass rates
  • Clinical externship hours in dental office settings
  • Dental radiology certification (state requirements vary)
  • OSHA and infection control training included
  • State-specific expanded duties permitted after certification

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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