Dental Assistant Schools in Cambridge, MA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Cambridge, Massachusetts. 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 Cambridge, MA

#1

MCPHS University

Boston, MA 2.8 miles away BOC Score 69.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 536
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Regis College

Weston, MA 9.9 miles away BOC Score 58.6
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 188
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Middlesex Community College

Bedford, MA 12.9 miles away BOC Score 62.1
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 247
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Massasoit Community College

Brockton, MA 21.6 miles away BOC Score 53.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 325
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southeastern Technical Institute

South Easton, MA 25.3 miles away BOC Score 54.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 272

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Northern Essex Community College

Haverhill, MA 29.3 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 258
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Quinsigamond Community College

Worcester, MA 34.8 miles away BOC Score 58.1
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  • Programs offered: 68
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln

Lincoln, RI 35.3 miles away BOC Score 34.9
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 64%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 642

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Rhode Island College

Providence, RI 40.9 miles away BOC Score 60.9
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  • In-state tuition: $11,300
  • Out-of-state tuition: $27,299
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 92%
  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 243
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Bristol Community College

Fall River, MA 45.3 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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  • In-state tuition: $5,832
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,776
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 345
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Massachusetts Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Massachusetts
Massachusetts Median Pay $57,980 $27.88 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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