Dental Assistant Schools in Sterling, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Sterling, Illinois. 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 Sterling, IL

#1

Illinois Valley Community College

Oglesby, IL 46 miles away BOC Score 58.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,200
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,385
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,552
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

Rockford, IL 46.6 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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  • 1130 South Alpine Road Suite 100 Rockford, IL 61108-3900
  • (815) 965-8616
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 765
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Eastern Iowa Community College District

Davenport, IA 49.4 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,489
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Rock Valley College

Rockford, IL 50.2 miles away BOC Score 49.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,400

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Carl Sandburg College

Galesburg, IL 67.7 miles away BOC Score 64.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 220
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Blackhawk Technical College

Janesville, WI 70.1 miles away BOC Score 45.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,207

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL 72.2 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,748

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

First Institute of Travel, Inc.

Crystal Lake, IL 75.4 miles away BOC Score 50.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 171

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Illinois Central College

East Peoria, IL 76 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 2,210
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 83.7 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,152

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $48,610 $23.37 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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