Medical Assistant, Schools in Ottawa, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, IL

#1

Illinois Valley Community College

Oglesby, IL 14.3 miles away BOC Score 58.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,200
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,385
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,552
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Joliet Junior College

Joliet, IL 35.9 miles away BOC Score 55.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,530
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,800
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 21%
  • Programs offered: 77
  • Annual completions: 2,440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Waubonsee Community College

Sugar Grove, IL 36.1 miles away BOC Score 59.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

University of St Francis

Joliet, IL 39.9 miles away BOC Score 74.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 18
  • Annual completions: 105
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Northern Illinois University

Dekalb, IL 40.1 miles away BOC Score 65.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 495
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Kishwaukee College

Malta, IL 40.6 miles away BOC Score 66.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,560
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,680
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 42%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 399
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Benedictine University

Lisle, IL 48 miles away BOC Score 56.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 242
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Eureka College

Eureka, IL 49.7 miles away BOC Score 37.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 19

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 51.9 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,152

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL 53 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,748

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'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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