Dental Assistant Schools in San Marcos, TX

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare dental assistant programs in San Marcos, Texas. 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 San Marcos, TX

#1

The College of Health Care Professions-Austin

Austin, TX 29.5 miles away BOC Score 48.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 671

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Austin Community College District

Austin, TX 33.7 miles away BOC Score 49.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,550
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,590
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 19%
  • Programs offered: 79
  • Annual completions: 4,934
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

San Antonio College

San Antonio, TX 45.1 miles away BOC Score 42.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $3,412
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,952
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 907
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Pima Medical Institute-San Antonio

San Antonio, TX 46.1 miles away BOC Score 41.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 195

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX 46.5 miles away BOC Score 95.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 653
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Concorde Career College-San Antonio

San Antonio, TX 47.3 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 516

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Lamson Institute

San Antonio, TX 48.8 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 887

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

The College of Health Care Professions-South San Antonio

San Antonio, TX 50.6 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 285

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Temple College

Temple, TX 89.6 miles away BOC Score 39.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 402
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Blinn College District

Brenham, TX 93.2 miles away BOC Score 40.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,890
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,370
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 11%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 773
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Texas Dental Assistant Salary Snapshot

Texas
Texas Median Pay $45,430 $21.84 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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