Dental Assistant Schools in Merced, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Merced, California. 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 Merced, CA

#1

Milan Institute-Merced

Merced, CA 1.2 miles away BOC Score 29.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 335

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Stellar Career College

Modesto, CA 40.9 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 39

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno

Fresno, CA 50.4 miles away
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  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 315

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

UEI College-Fresno

Fresno, CA 52.4 miles away BOC Score 27.4
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 1,403

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#5

Fresno City College

Fresno, CA 52.8 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 2,221

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#6

Carrington College-Stockton

Stockton, CA 63.3 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 231

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#7

University of the Pacific

Stockton, CA 65.3 miles away BOC Score 75.4
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 135
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

UEI College-Stockton

Stockton, CA 66 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,379

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#9

Carrington College-San Jose

San Jose, CA 71.5 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 558

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#10

Reedley College

Reedley, CA 74 miles away BOC Score 41.6
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  • In-state tuition: $1,334
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,154
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  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 881

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

California Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $50,110 $24.09 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

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