Dental Assistant Schools in Washington, DC (2026)

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Washington, District of Columbia. 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 Washington, DC

#1

Howard University

Washington, DC 1.2 miles away BOC Score 60.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $35,810
  • Out-of-state tuition: $35,810
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 41%
  • Graduation rate: 69%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 247
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fortis College-Landover

Landover, MD 8.5 miles away BOC Score 37.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 315

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#3

Northern Virginia Community College

Annandale, VA 12.8 miles away BOC Score 62.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 2,560
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Montgomery College

Rockville, MD 15.4 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 591
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#5

Howard Community College

Columbia, MD 22.6 miles away BOC Score 51.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 174
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Baltimore, MD 34 miles away BOC Score 96.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 207
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#7

Baltimore City Community College

Baltimore, MD 34.4 miles away BOC Score 35.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 225
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

All-State Career-Baltimore

Baltimore, MD 35.5 miles away BOC Score 35.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 435

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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#9

Fortis Institute-Towson

Towson, MD 40.9 miles away BOC Score 23.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 242

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Community College of Baltimore County

Baltimore, MD 42.4 miles away BOC Score 41.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 1,137
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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District of Columbia Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

District of Columbia
District of Columbia Median Pay $60,580 $29.13 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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