Dental assistant schools in Indiana
We found 11 schools offering dental assistant training in Indiana, with campuses in Indianapolis, Evansville, Jeffersonville, and Fort Wayne and more. Dental assistants in Indiana earn a median $48,670 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in IN
- $48,670
- Cities with schools
- 6
11 dental assistant schools
School results
Caris College
Jeffersonville, IN · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +2
Fortis College - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN · Private
- Dental assistant
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
Indiana University-Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN · Public
- Dental assistant
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- +5
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Ivy Tech Community College - Downtown Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +35
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN · Public
- Dental assistant
- Dental hygienist
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- +3
Dental assistant schools by city
- Indianapolis (3 within 30 mi)
- Evansville (3 within 30 mi)
- Fishers (3 within 30 mi)
- Hammond (3 within 30 mi)
- Zionsville (3 within 30 mi)
- Greenfield (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in Indiana
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in IndianaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $48,670
- $23.40 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,880–$60,590
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IN
- 6,690
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.4%
- 53,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many dental assistant schools are in Indiana?
We list 11 schools in Indiana with dental assistant programs: 3 public colleges and 8 private career schools. Campuses are in Indianapolis, Evansville, Jeffersonville, Fort Wayne, and Granger.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in Indiana?
Yes. 3 public colleges in Indiana offer dental assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does dental assistant school cost in Indiana?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,258 to $27,706. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do dental assistants make in Indiana?
The median pay for dental assistants in Indiana is $48,670 a year, and most earn between $36,880 and $60,590, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Indiana?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Dental assistant schools in other states
- California (83)
- Florida (38)
- Ohio (35)
- Texas (33)
- Michigan (22)
- North Carolina (20)
- Georgia (18)
- Tennessee (18)
- Arizona (17)
- Pennsylvania (16)
- Washington (15)
- Illinois (14)
- Wisconsin (14)
- Minnesota (13)
- Colorado (12)
- Louisiana (11)