Medical Assistant, Schools in Elizabeth, NJ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Medical Assistant (Medical Assisting) Schools Near Elizabeth, NJ

#1

Kean University

Union, NJ 2.4 miles away BOC Score 65.1
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 755
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Healthcare Training Institute

Union, NJ 4.5 miles away BOC Score 75.6
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 70

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

New Community Career & Technical Institute

Newark, NJ 5.1 miles away BOC Score 41.2
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 31

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Rutgers University-Newark

Newark, NJ 5.3 miles away BOC Score 76.2
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 720
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

College of Staten Island CUNY

Staten Island, NY 5.3 miles away BOC Score 53.4
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 96
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island

Staten Island, NY 6.1 miles away BOC Score 54.3
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
  • 2 Teleport Drive, Corporate Commons Two, Suite 203 Staten Island, NY 10311
  • (718) 517-7700
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 68

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Career School of NY

Staten Island, NY 6.2 miles away BOC Score 56.5
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 342

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

National Career Institute

East Orange, NJ 6.8 miles away BOC Score 28.7
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 276

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Saint Peter's University

Jersey City, NJ 7.6 miles away BOC Score 62.7
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 213
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Hudson County Community College

Jersey City, NJ 8.1 miles away BOC Score 38.8
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 438
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'New Jersey Medical Assistant

New Jersey
New Jersey Median Pay $47,210 $22.70 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

Compare programs side by side, then confirm admissions requirements and any licensing or certification steps.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Medical Assistant career guide

Explore more Medical Assistant, schools in New Jersey or visit our Medical Assistant, training guide for program details, salary data, and certification requirements.

Notice an update we should make?
We strive for accuracy. Contact us here if you see incorrect or outdated info on this page.