Medical Assistant, Schools in Wilkes Barre, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare medical assistant, programs in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. 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 Wilkes Barre, PA

#1

King's College

Wilkes-Barre, PA 0.3 miles away BOC Score 58.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 61
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Wilkes University

Wilkes-Barre, PA 0.8 miles away BOC Score 55.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $43,496
  • Out-of-state tuition: $43,496
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 91%
  • Graduation rate: 62%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 30
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Fortis Institute-Forty Fort

Forty Fort, PA 2.5 miles away BOC Score 36.5
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 493

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Luzerne County Community College

Nanticoke, PA 7 miles away BOC Score 43.0
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  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 338
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Misericordia University

Dallas, PA 8.8 miles away BOC Score 58.6
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 105
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Fortis Institute-Scranton

Scranton, PA 16.5 miles away BOC Score 29.6
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  • In-state tuition: $15,348
  • Out-of-state tuition: $15,348
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 120

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Marywood University

Scranton, PA 17.9 miles away BOC Score 64.3
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 59
  • Online programs available

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#8

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton

Hazleton, PA 20.8 miles away BOC Score 39.5
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $15,208
  • Out-of-state tuition: $25,392
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 96%
  • Graduation rate: 22%
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 48

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Schuylkill Technology Center

Frackville, PA 37.4 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 185

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#10

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg, PA 40.4 miles away BOC Score 51.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 185
  • 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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