Dental Assistant Schools in Rochester, MN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Rochester, Minnesota. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Dental Assistant Schools Near Rochester, MN

#1

Rochester Community and Technical College

Rochester, MN 2.6 miles away BOC Score 50.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 653
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Dakota County Technical College

Rosemount, MN 58 miles away BOC Score 72.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,679
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,679
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,190
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Western Technical College

La Crosse, WI 62.9 miles away BOC Score 56.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 84
  • Annual completions: 1,710
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Northeast Iowa Community College

Calmar, IA 66.6 miles away BOC Score 56.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,780
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,770
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 50%
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 492
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Normandale Community College

Bloomington, MN 70.2 miles away BOC Score 48.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 250
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Metropolitan State University

Saint Paul, MN 71.4 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

Chippewa Valley Technical College

Eau Claire, WI 72.1 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 93
  • Annual completions: 3,593
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Century College

White Bear Lake, MN 74.6 miles away BOC Score 52.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 2,278
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Minnesota State University-Mankato

Mankato, MN 76 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

#10

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN 76.1 miles away BOC Score 83.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 916
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

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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