Medical Assistant, Schools in Ruston, LA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Ruston, Louisiana. 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 Ruston, LA

#1

Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, LA 0.8 miles away BOC Score 63.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 397
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Unitech Training Academy-West Monroe

West Monroe, LA 29.6 miles away BOC Score 27.8
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  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 113

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Miller-Motte College-McCann-Monroe

Monroe, LA 31.3 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 189

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

University of Louisiana at Monroe

Monroe, LA 33.2 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 304
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Louisiana Delta Community College

Monroe, LA 35.3 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,679
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Bossier Parish Community College

Bossier City, LA 58.8 miles away BOC Score 42.3
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  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 1,693
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport

Shreveport, LA 65.6 miles away BOC Score 95.1
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 70
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Ayers Career College

Shreveport, LA 68.1 miles away BOC Score 43.1
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 140

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#9

Southern University at Shreveport

Shreveport, LA 69.8 miles away BOC Score 24.1
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 189
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Remington College-Shreveport Campus

Shreveport, LA 73.7 miles away BOC Score 36.6
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 303

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'Louisiana Medical Assistant

Louisiana
Louisiana Median Pay $36,320 $17.46 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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