Dental Assistant Schools in South Portland, ME

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in South Portland, Maine. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near South Portland, ME

#1

University of New England

Biddeford, ME 12.9 miles away BOC Score 53.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $44,210
  • Out-of-state tuition: $44,210
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 92%
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 162
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Maine at Augusta

Augusta, ME 54.6 miles away BOC Score 35.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,888
  • Out-of-state tuition: $22,178
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 25%
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 304
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

NHTI-Concord's Community College

Concord, NH 68.4 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 366
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Northern Essex Community College

Haverhill, MA 69.1 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 258
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Middlesex Community College

Bedford, MA 91.3 miles away BOC Score 62.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 247
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

MCPHS University

Boston, MA 98.4 miles away BOC Score 69.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 536
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Maine Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Maine
Maine Median Pay $60,070 $28.88 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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