Dental assistant schools in Mississippi
Looking for dental assistant schools in Mississippi? There are 6, including 3 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Dental assistants in Mississippi earn a median $39,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in MS
- $39,160
What dental assistants earn in Mississippi
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in MississippiHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $39,160
- $18.83 an hour
- Typical range
- $30,650–$58,620
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MS
- 3,080
- 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 Mississippi?
We list 6 schools in Mississippi with dental assistant programs: 3 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Gulfport, Southaven, Horn Lake, Raymond, and Meridian.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in Mississippi?
Yes. 3 public colleges in Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,060 to $23,591. 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 Mississippi?
The median pay for dental assistants in Mississippi is $39,160 a year, and most earn between $30,650 and $58,620, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Mississippi?
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)
- Indiana (11)