Dental assistant schools in Puerto Rico
Looking for dental assistant schools in Puerto Rico? There are 6, including 3 private nonprofit schools and 3 private career schools. Dental assistants in Puerto Rico earn a median $35,910 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in PR
- $35,910
- Cities with schools
- 2
Dental assistant schools by city
What dental assistants earn in Puerto Rico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in Puerto RicoHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $35,910
- $17.27 an hour
- Typical range
- $23,310–$57,200
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PR
- 3,210
- 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 Puerto Rico?
We list 6 schools in Puerto Rico with dental assistant programs: 3 private nonprofit schools and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Caguas, Humacao, Bayamon, San Juan, and Gurabo.
How much does dental assistant school cost in Puerto Rico?
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 $2,508 to $10,697. 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 Puerto Rico?
The median pay for dental assistants in Puerto Rico is $35,910 a year, and most earn between $23,310 and $57,200, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Puerto Rico?
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)
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- Tennessee (18)
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- Pennsylvania (16)
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