Dental Assistant Schools in Sonora, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Sonora, California. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Sonora, CA

#1

Stellar Career College

Modesto, CA 41.8 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 39

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Milan Institute-Merced

Merced, CA 45.9 miles away BOC Score 29.2
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 335

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Carrington College-Stockton

Stockton, CA 49.5 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 231

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

UEI College-Stockton

Stockton, CA 50.4 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,379

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

University of the Pacific

Stockton, CA 50.7 miles away BOC Score 75.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 135
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Carrington College-Sacramento

Sacramento, CA 66.7 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 1,422
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Lake Tahoe Community College

South Lake Tahoe, CA 69 miles away BOC Score 30.5
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  • In-state tuition: $1,131
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,103
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  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 171
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Sacramento City College

Sacramento, CA 71.5 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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  • In-state tuition: $1,288
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,616
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  • Graduation rate: 32%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,279
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

UEI College-Sacramento

Sacramento, CA 73.1 miles away BOC Score 29.7
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,555

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Contra Costa Medical Career College

Antioch, CA 77.2 miles away BOC Score 81.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 936

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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

Next Steps

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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