Dental assistant schools in West Virginia
We found 7 schools offering dental assistant training in West Virginia, with campuses in Huntington, Morgantown, Bridgeport, and Princeton and more. Dental assistants in West Virginia earn a median $37,960 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 7
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in WV
- $37,960
- Cities with schools
- 2
7 dental assistant schools
School results
Mercer County Technical Education Center
Princeton, WV · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +4
Mountwest Community & Technical College
Huntington, WV · Public
- Dental assistant
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +17
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West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown
Morgantown, WV · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +2
Dental assistant schools by city
- Morgantown (3 within 30 mi)
- Bridgeport (3 within 30 mi)
What dental assistants earn in West Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in West VirginiaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $37,960
- $18.25 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,760–$52,630
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WV
- 1,290
- 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 West Virginia?
We list 7 schools in West Virginia with dental assistant programs: 2 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Huntington, Morgantown, Bridgeport, Princeton, and Charleston.
Are there community college dental assistant programs in West Virginia?
Yes. 2 public colleges in West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,225 to $20,989. 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 West Virginia?
The median pay for dental assistants in West Virginia is $37,960 a year, and most earn between $31,760 and $52,630, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in West Virginia?
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)
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