Medical Assistant, Schools in Paragould, AR

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Paragould, Arkansas. 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.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Paragould, AR

#1

Arkansas State University

Jonesboro, AR 17.1 miles away BOC Score 51.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $8,090
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,522
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 82%
  • Graduation rate: 55%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 524
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO 50.1 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 342
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Dyersburg State Community College

Dyersburg, TN 63 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 414
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville

Batesville, AR 64.2 miles away BOC Score 54.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 459
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Arkansas State University Mid-South

West Memphis, AR 65 miles away BOC Score 47.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 392
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis

Memphis, TN 68.1 miles away BOC Score 34.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 926

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Memphis, TN 68.9 miles away BOC Score 89.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Baptist Health Sciences University

Memphis, TN 69 miles away BOC Score 62.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $13,796
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,796
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 82%
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 63
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest

Newbern, TN 70.2 miles away BOC Score 52.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 989

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

East Arkansas Community College

Forrest City, AR 71.5 miles away BOC Score 44.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 643
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'Arkansas Medical Assistant

Arkansas
Arkansas Median Pay $37,760 $18.15 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,690 $21.97 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9092 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation status
  • CMA or RMA certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Clinical externship hours and placement sites
  • EHR software training included
  • Phlebotomy and EKG skills covered or separate

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