Dental Assistant Schools in West Lafayette, IN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in West Lafayette, Indiana. 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 West Lafayette, IN

#1

Ross Medical Education Center-Lafayette

Lafayette, IN 5.5 miles away BOC Score 33.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 72

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo

Kokomo, IN 42.9 miles away BOC Score 32.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 40

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Ivy Tech Community College

Indianapolis, IN 59.9 miles away BOC Score 49.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,154
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,935
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  • 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

#4

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN 60.8 miles away BOC Score 60.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $10,762
  • Out-of-state tuition: $34,891
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 76%
  • Graduation rate: 54%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,212
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Fortis College-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN 61.7 miles away BOC Score 25.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 137

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Parkland College

Champaign, IL 75.2 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 811

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Indiana University-Northwest

Gary, IN 79.9 miles away BOC Score 44.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 182
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie

Muncie, IN 82.1 miles away BOC Score 32.0
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 41

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL 83.3 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 896
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Indiana University-South Bend

South Bend, IN 92 miles away BOC Score 43.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 152
  • Online programs available

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

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

Career Overview

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