Medical Assistant, Schools in Laurel, MS (2026)

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Laurel, Mississippi. 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 Laurel, MS

#1

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS 27.4 miles away BOC Score 39.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 433
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

East Central Community College

Decatur, MS 51.3 miles away BOC Score 46.4
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 168

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#3

Meridian Community College

Meridian, MS 52.4 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 481
  • Online programs available

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#4

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Perkinston, MS 63.1 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,195
  • Online programs available

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#5

Pearl River Community College

Poplarville, MS 63.3 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 626
  • Online programs available

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#6

Copiah-Lincoln Community College

Wesson, MS 73.4 miles away BOC Score 63.6
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 243
  • Online programs available

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#7

East Mississippi Community College

Scooba, MS 87.4 miles away BOC Score 57.7
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 431
  • Online programs available

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#8

Fortis College

Mobile, AL 89.2 miles away BOC Score 22.8
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  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 144

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#9

Blue Cliff College-Gulfport

Gulfport, MS 91.8 miles away BOC Score 36.3
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 112

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#10

Remington College-Mobile Campus

Mobile, AL 92.3 miles away BOC Score 25.4
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 133

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'Mississippi Medical Assistant

Mississippi
Mississippi Median Pay $35,360 $17.00 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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