Massage therapy schools in New York, NY

7 schools within 30 miles of New York, NY offer massage therapy programs, and 3 are in New York itself. Massage therapists in New York earn a median $62,630 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
5 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in NY
$62,630

7 massage therapy schools within 30 mi of New York, NY

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  1. Pacific College of Health and Science

    New York, NY · 4.8 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy

  2. Mildred Elley-New York Campus

    New York, NY · 4.9 mi · Private

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

  3. New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants

    Long Island City, NY · 5.7 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant

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  5. Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences

    New York, NY · 6.5 mi · Private

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

  6. Garden State Science and Technology Institute

    Jersey City, NJ · 8.1 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant

  7. CUNY Queensborough Community College

    Bayside, NY · 11 mi · Public

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

  8. American Institute-Clifton

    Clifton, NJ · 18 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

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

What are the closest massage therapy schools to New York?

The closest are Pacific College of Health and Science (New York, 5 mi), Mildred Elley-New York Campus (New York, 5 mi), and New York School for Medical and Dental Assistants (Long Island City, 6 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach massage therapy.

How much do massage therapy programs near New York cost?

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,458 to $57,004. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do massage therapists make near New York?

Across New York, the median pay is $62,630 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

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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