Medical Assistant, Schools in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. 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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

#1

Saddleback College

Mission Viejo, CA 6.8 miles away BOC Score 71.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 1,490
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Irvine Valley College

Irvine, CA 10.8 miles away BOC Score 65.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 57%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,168

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

American College of Healthcare and Technology-Santa Ana

Santa Ana, CA 16.5 miles away BOC Score 41.5
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 17

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA 18.1 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,851
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Santa Ana College

Santa Ana, CA 18.8 miles away BOC Score 65.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,180
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,756
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 4,430
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Modern Technology School

Fountain Valley, CA 19.4 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 176

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

American College of Healthcare and Technology

Riverside, CA 19.6 miles away BOC Score 48.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 256

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

La Sierra University

Riverside, CA 20.2 miles away BOC Score 48.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 101
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Platt College-Anaheim

Anaheim, CA 20.2 miles away BOC Score 59.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,922
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,922
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 304
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

North-West College-Riverside

Riverside, CA 20.6 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 535

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'California Medical Assistant

California
California Median Pay $49,660 $23.88 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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