Dental Assistant Schools in Owatonna, MN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Owatonna, Minnesota. 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 Owatonna, MN

#1

Minnesota State University-Mankato

Mankato, MN 38.2 miles away BOC Score 58.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 1,021
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Rochester Community and Technical College

Rochester, MN 40.3 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 653
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

South Central College

North Mankato, MN 40.8 miles away BOC Score 60.0
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  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 515
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Dakota County Technical College

Rosemount, MN 45.2 miles away BOC Score 72.2
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  • In-state tuition: $6,679
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,679
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  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,190
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Normandale Community College

Bloomington, MN 51.2 miles away BOC Score 48.8
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 250
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Metropolitan State University

Saint Paul, MN 60.3 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 574
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Minneapolis, MN 60.9 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 1,275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN 61.1 miles away BOC Score 83.9
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 916
  • Online programs available

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#9

Herzing University-Minneapolis

St. Louis Park, MN 61.7 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 155
  • Online programs available

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#10

Century College

White Bear Lake, MN 66.1 miles away BOC Score 52.6
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  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 2,278
  • Online programs available

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Minnesota Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Minnesota
Minnesota Median Pay $65,270 $31.38 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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