Dental Assistant Schools in Philadelphia, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Philadelphia, PA

#1

Community College of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 3.6 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 549
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Manor College

Jenkintown, PA 5.8 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 49
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

American Institute-Cherry Hill

Cherry Hill, NJ 7.4 miles away BOC Score 28.0
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 219

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Harcum College

Bryn Mawr, PA 9.5 miles away BOC Score 58.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 191
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Rowan College at Burlington County

Mount Laurel, NJ 12.9 miles away BOC Score 65.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 575
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

All-State Career School

Essington, PA 13 miles away BOC Score 41.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 1,851

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#7

Montgomery County Community College

Blue Bell, PA 13.7 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 680
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Camden County College

Blackwood, NJ 16.2 miles away BOC Score 55.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,320
  • Out-of-state tuition: $4,416
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  • Graduation rate: 32%
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,122
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Burlington County Institute of Technology-Adult Education

Westampton, NJ 16.6 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 168

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville

Lawrenceville, NJ 29.3 miles away BOC Score 32.4
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 362

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $47,930 $23.05 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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