Dental assistant schools in Weslaco, TX
3 schools within 30 miles of Weslaco, TX offer dental assistant programs, and one is in Weslaco itself. Dental assistants in Texas earn a median $45,430 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in TX
- $45,430
What dental assistants earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in TexasHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $45,430
- $21.84 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,400–$57,640
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 33,230
- 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
What are the closest dental assistant schools to Weslaco?
The closest are South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco (Weslaco, 2 mi), Miller-Motte College-STVT-McAllen (McAllen, 16 mi), and The College of Health Care Professions-McAllen Campus (McAllen, 16 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Weslaco cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $17,925 to $25,829. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Weslaco?
Across Texas, the median pay is $45,430 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Weslaco?
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.
Dental assistant schools in nearby cities
- McAllen (17 mi)