Dental Assistant Schools in State College, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in State College, 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 State College, PA

#1

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology

Pleasant Gap, PA 8.7 miles away BOC Score 75.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 201

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center

Altoona, PA 34.4 miles away BOC Score 55.5
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 72%
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 200

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Pennsylvania College of Technology

Williamsport, PA 53 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 1,345
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Central Penn College

Summerdale, PA 59.1 miles away BOC Score 47.6
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  • In-state tuition: $19,854
  • Out-of-state tuition: $19,854
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 18%
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 204
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Harrisburg Area Community College

Harrisburg, PA 61.3 miles away BOC Score 37.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,170
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Hagerstown Community College

Hagerstown, MD 79.6 miles away BOC Score 62.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 567
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Somerset County Technology Center

Somerset, PA 82.2 miles away BOC Score 66.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 83

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

YTI Career Institute-York

York, PA 83.7 miles away BOC Score 66.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 460
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

York County School of Technology-Adult & Continuing Education

York, PA 85.2 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 830

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Allegany College of Maryland

Cumberland, MD 91.4 miles away BOC Score 53.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 282
  • Online programs available

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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