Dental Assistant Schools in Passaic, NJ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Passaic, New Jersey. 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 Passaic, NJ

#1

American Institute-Clifton

CLIFTON, NJ 1.1 miles away BOC Score 31.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 430

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Bergen Community College

Paramus, NJ 6.7 miles away BOC Score 63.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 323
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fortis Institute-Wayne

Wayne, NJ 6.9 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 479

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Eastern International College-Jersey City

Jersey City, NJ 9.2 miles away BOC Score 41.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 178
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Mandl School-The College of Allied Health

New York, NY 9.9 miles away BOC Score 35.1
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  • In-state tuition: $21,700
  • Out-of-state tuition: $21,700
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 226

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

CUNY Hostos Community College

Bronx, NY 10.9 miles away BOC Score 56.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 320
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

New York University

New York, NY 11.2 miles away BOC Score 76.9
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  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 3,806
  • Online programs available

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#8

New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants

Long Island City, NY 12.2 miles away BOC Score 50.5
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 150

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#9

CUNY New York City College of Technology

Brooklyn, NY 13.4 miles away BOC Score 44.4
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  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 1,177
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants

Ardsley, NY 17.9 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 83

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New Jersey Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

New Jersey
New Jersey Median Pay $49,390 $23.74 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

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