Dental assistant schools in South Carolina
Looking for dental assistant schools in South Carolina? There are 10, including 9 public colleges and 1 private career school. Dental assistants in South Carolina earn a median $47,320 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in SC
- $47,320
- Cities with schools
- 2
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Dental assistant schools by city
- Greenville (3 within 30 mi)
- Spartanburg (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in South Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in South CarolinaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $47,320
- $22.75 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,070–$58,480
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in SC
- 5,530
- 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 South Carolina?
We list 10 schools in South Carolina with dental assistant programs: 9 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Graniteville, Columbia, Spartanburg, Pendleton, and Charleston.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in South Carolina?
Yes. 9 public colleges in South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,406 to $20,404. 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 South Carolina?
The median pay for dental assistants in South Carolina is $47,320 a year, and most earn between $37,070 and $58,480, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in South Carolina?
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)