Medical Assistant, Schools in Chester, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Chester, Pennsylvania. 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 Chester, PA

#1

Widener University

Chester, PA 1.3 miles away BOC Score 65.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 200
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Neumann University

Aston, PA 4 miles away BOC Score 48.7
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 141
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

All-State Career School

Essington, PA 4.3 miles away BOC Score 41.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 1,851

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Delaware County Community College

Media, PA 8.5 miles away BOC Score 50.1
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  • In-state tuition: $6,930
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 699
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA 12.2 miles away BOC Score 71.6
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,076
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Harcum College

Bryn Mawr, PA 12.5 miles away BOC Score 58.1
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 191
  • Online programs available

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#7

Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, PA 13.4 miles away BOC Score 70.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 369
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Community College of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 13.5 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 549
  • Online programs available

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#9

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Philadelphia, PA 13.7 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 133
  • Online programs available

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#10

Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus

Sewell, NJ 14 miles away BOC Score 49.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,160
  • Out-of-state tuition: $6,000
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 36%
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 265
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

'Pennsylvania Medical Assistant

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $43,920 $21.12 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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