Medical assistant schools in Anchorage, AK
3 schools within 30 miles of Anchorage, AK offer medical assistant programs, and 3 are in Anchorage itself. Medical assistants in Alaska earn a median $52,560 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 18 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in AK
- $52,560
3 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Anchorage, AK
School results
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK · 18 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +21
Alaska Career College
Anchorage, AK · 19 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Phlebotomy
- Medical billing & coding
- +1
What medical assistants earn in Alaska
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in AlaskaHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $52,560
- $25.27 an hour
- Typical range
- $46,060–$65,040
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in AK
- 2,140
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +12.9%
- 109,700 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 medical assistant schools to Anchorage?
The closest are University of Alaska Anchorage (Anchorage, 18 mi), Charter College (Anchorage, 19 mi), and Alaska Career College (Anchorage, 19 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Anchorage cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $15,301 to $34,860. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Anchorage?
Across Alaska, the median pay is $52,560 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a medical assistant school in Anchorage?
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