Dental assistant schools in Oklahoma
Looking for dental assistant schools in Oklahoma? There are 6, including 4 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Dental assistants in Oklahoma earn a median $45,740 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in OK
- $45,740
- Cities with schools
- 1
Dental assistant schools by city
- Tulsa (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in Oklahoma
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in OklahomaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $45,740
- $21.99 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,030–$58,430
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OK
- 4,550
- 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 Oklahoma?
We list 6 schools in Oklahoma with dental assistant programs: 4 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Tulsa, Enid, Woodward, and Burns Flat.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in Oklahoma?
Yes. 4 public colleges in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,723 to $26,489. 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 Oklahoma?
The median pay for dental assistants in Oklahoma is $45,740 a year, and most earn between $36,030 and $58,430, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Oklahoma?
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)