Massage therapy schools in New York

We found 10 schools offering massage therapy training in New York, with campuses in New York, Albany, Sanborn, and Saranac Lake and more. Massage therapists in New York earn a median $62,630 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
3
Median pay in NY
$62,630
Cities with schools
7

10 massage therapy schools

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  1. CUNY Queensborough Community College

    Bayside, NY · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • IT support & networking
    • +3

  2. Mildred Elley School-Albany Campus

    Albany, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  3. Mildred Elley-New York Campus

    New York, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

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  5. New York Institute of Massage Inc

    Williamsville, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy

  6. New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants

    Long Island City, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant

  7. Niagara County Community College

    Sanborn, NY · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +12

  8. North Country Community College

    Saranac Lake, NY · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Police academy & criminal justice

  9. Pacific College of Health and Science

    New York, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy

  10. Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences

    New York, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  11. Trocaire College

    Buffalo, NY · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Surgical technologist
    • +2

Massage therapy schools by city

What massage therapists earn in New York

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Massage therapist salary in New YorkHow to become a massage therapist

Median pay
$62,630
$30.11 an hour
Typical range
$33,280–$110,210
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NY
4,500
Job growth, 2025–35
+15.3%
20,400 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 massage therapy schools are in New York?

We list 10 schools in New York with massage therapy programs: 3 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in New York, Albany, Sanborn, Saranac Lake, and Bayside.

Are there community college massage therapy programs in New York?

Yes. 3 public colleges in New York offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does massage therapy school cost in New York?

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 $4,458 to $57,004. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do massage therapists make in New York?

The median pay for massage therapists in New York is $62,630 a year, and most earn between $33,280 and $110,210, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a massage therapy school in New York?

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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