Dental Assistant Schools in Gloucester, MA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

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

#1

Northern Essex Community College

Haverhill, MA 21.6 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 258
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

MCPHS University

Boston, MA 29 miles away BOC Score 69.0
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 536
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Middlesex Community College

Bedford, MA 30.6 miles away BOC Score 62.1
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 247
  • Online programs available

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#4

Regis College

Weston, MA 36.8 miles away BOC Score 58.6
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 188
  • Online programs available

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#5

Massasoit Community College

Brockton, MA 40.9 miles away BOC Score 53.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 325
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Southeastern Technical Institute

South Easton, MA 47 miles away BOC Score 54.0
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  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 272

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#7

NHTI-Concord's Community College

Concord, NH 59.3 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 366
  • Online programs available

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#8

University of New England

Biddeford, ME 59.5 miles away BOC Score 53.3
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  • In-state tuition: $44,210
  • Out-of-state tuition: $44,210
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  • Admission rate: 92%
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 162
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Quinsigamond Community College

Worcester, MA 60.3 miles away BOC Score 58.1
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  • Programs offered: 68
  • Annual completions: 761
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln

Lincoln, RI 62.2 miles away BOC Score 34.9
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  • Graduation rate: 64%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 642

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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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