Dental Assistant Schools in Carmel, IN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Carmel, Indiana. 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 Carmel, IN

#1

Ivy Tech Community College

Indianapolis, IN 11.7 miles away BOC Score 49.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,154
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,935
Contact
  • 50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive Indianapolis, IN 46208-5752
  • (317) 921-4800
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 147
  • Annual completions: 27,303
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN 13.4 miles away BOC Score 60.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $10,762
  • Out-of-state tuition: $34,891
Contact
Key stats
  • Admission rate: 76%
  • Graduation rate: 54%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,212
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fortis College-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN 13.7 miles away BOC Score 25.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 137

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo

Kokomo, IN 33.4 miles away BOC Score 32.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 40

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie

Muncie, IN 44 miles away BOC Score 32.0
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 41

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Ross Medical Education Center-Lafayette

Lafayette, IN 47.2 miles away BOC Score 33.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 72

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Ross Medical Education Center-Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN 93.4 miles away BOC Score 34.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 80

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Miami Valley Career Technology Center

Englewood, OH 96.5 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 250

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Indiana Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Indiana
Indiana Median Pay $48,670 $23.40 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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