Dental assistant schools in Oregon
We found 10 schools offering dental assistant training in Oregon, with campuses in Portland, Bend, Salem, and Oregon City and more. Dental assistants in Oregon earn a median $59,490 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in OR
- $59,490
- Cities with schools
- 3
10 dental assistant schools
School results
Carrington College-Portland
Portland, OR · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
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Concorde Career College - Portland
Portland, OR · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Surgical technologist
- +2
Dental assistant schools by city
- Portland (4 within 30 mi)
- Woodburn (5 within 30 mi)
- Forest Grove (4 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in Oregon
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in OregonHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $59,490
- $28.60 an hour
- Typical range
- $49,010–$75,570
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OR
- 5,930
- 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 Oregon?
We list 10 schools in Oregon with dental assistant programs: 8 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Portland, Bend, Salem, Oregon City, and Eugene.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in Oregon?
Yes. 8 public colleges in Oregon 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 Oregon?
Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,855 to $36,595. 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 Oregon?
The median pay for dental assistants in Oregon is $59,490 a year, and most earn between $49,010 and $75,570, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Oregon?
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)