Dental Assistant Schools in Poughkeepsie, NY

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Poughkeepsie, New York. 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 Poughkeepsie, NY

#1

Orange County Community College

Middletown, NY 31.5 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 292

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants

Ardsley, NY 47.5 miles away BOC Score 73.3
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 83

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#3

Porter & Chester Institute

Bridgeport, CT 51.1 miles away BOC Score 47.5
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 2,578
  • Online programs available

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#4

Bergen Community College

Paramus, NJ 52.2 miles away BOC Score 63.9
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 323
  • Online programs available

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#5

University of Bridgeport

Bridgeport, CT 52.7 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 239
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden

Hamden, CT 56.5 miles away BOC Score 32.6
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 514

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#7

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT 57 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 1,574
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

American Institute-Clifton

CLIFTON, NJ 57.8 miles away BOC Score 31.8
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  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 430

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#9

Fortis Institute-Wayne

Wayne, NJ 58.6 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 479

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#10

CUNY Hostos Community College

Bronx, NY 60.6 miles away BOC Score 56.5
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  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 320
  • Online programs available

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New York Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

New York
New York Median Pay $48,110 $23.13 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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Career Overview

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