Medical Assistant, Schools in Arlington Heights, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Arlington Heights, Illinois. 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.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Arlington Heights, IL

#1

William Rainey Harper College

Palatine, IL 4.6 miles away BOC Score 59.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,528
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Oakton College

Des Plaines, IL 5.7 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,786
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Triton College

River Grove, IL 14.4 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,558
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park

Melrose Park, IL 14.9 miles away BOC Score 39.3
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 1,459

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#5

College of Lake County

Grayslake, IL 18 miles away BOC Score 47.4
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  • In-state tuition: $4,788
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,400
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  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 81
  • Annual completions: 4,091

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, IL 18 miles away BOC Score 66.2
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 489
  • Online programs available

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#7

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 18.1 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,152

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#8

Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL 18.2 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,748

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#9

Institute for Clinical Social Work

Chicago, IL 18.4 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 7
  • Online programs available

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#10

McHenry County College

Crystal Lake, IL 19.3 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 965
  • Online programs available

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'Illinois Medical Assistant

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $46,090 $22.16 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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