Medical Assistant, Schools in Decatur, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Decatur, Illinois. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Decatur, IL

#1

Richland Community College

Decatur, IL 3 miles away BOC Score 53.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 605
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Springfield, IL 35.1 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 1,861

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Lincoln Land Community College

Springfield, IL 37.2 miles away BOC Score 57.3
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,126
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, IL 37.3 miles away BOC Score 65.0
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 163
  • Online programs available

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#5

Parkland College

Champaign, IL 39 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 811

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Lake Land College

Mattoon, IL 42.1 miles away BOC Score 53.4
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  • In-state tuition: $4,415
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,301
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  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 2,930

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Illinois State University

Normal, IL 45.9 miles away BOC Score 71.9
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  • In-state tuition: $16,144
  • Out-of-state tuition: $28,210
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  • Admission rate: 88%
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 1,200
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Heartland Community College

Normal, IL 47 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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  • In-state tuition: $5,550
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,110
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  • Graduation rate: 53%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,236
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Eastern Illinois University

Charleston, IL 47.8 miles away BOC Score 56.4
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 544
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Eureka College

Eureka, IL 61.8 miles away BOC Score 37.6
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 19

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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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