Medical Assistant, Schools in Sterling, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Sterling, 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 Sterling, IL

#1

Highland Community College

Freeport, IL 33.4 miles away BOC Score 54.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 50
  • Annual completions: 908
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Kishwaukee College

Malta, IL 42.9 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

#3

Black Hawk College

Moline, IL 44.8 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 590
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Rasmussen University-Illinois

Rockford, IL 44.9 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • 6000 East State Street, 4th Floor Rockford, IL 61108-2513
  • (815) 316-4800
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 165
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Illinois Valley Community College

Oglesby, IL 46 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

#6

Orion Technical College

Davenport, IA 46 miles away BOC Score 64.5
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 52
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

Rockford, IL 46.6 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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  • 1130 South Alpine Road Suite 100 Rockford, IL 61108-3900
  • (815) 965-8616
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 765
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Ross College-Davenport

Davenport, IA 47.2 miles away BOC Score 23.4
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  • 1801 East Kimberly Road, Suite B Davenport, IA 52807-2095
  • (563) 344-1500
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 62%
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 19

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Northern Illinois University

Dekalb, IL 47.9 miles away BOC Score 65.0
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 495
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Eastern Iowa Community College District

Davenport, IA 49.4 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,489
  • Online programs available

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

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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