Medical assistant schools in Arlington Heights, IL
13 schools within 30 miles of Arlington Heights, IL offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Northwest Suburban College in Rolling Meadows, 3 miles away. Medical assistants in Illinois earn a median $46,090 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 13
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 7
- Median pay in IL
- $46,090
13 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Arlington Heights, IL
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Northwest Suburban College
Rolling Meadows, IL · 3.3 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- Dental assistant
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL · 4.8 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +20
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Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 15 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- Welding
- +2
First Institute of Travel, Inc.
Crystal Lake, IL · 20 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- Massage therapy
City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL · 22 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
Stellar Career College
Chicago, IL · 23 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Surgical technologist
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- +1
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 29 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
What medical assistants earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in IllinoisHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $46,090
- $22.16 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,400–$56,590
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 20,260
- 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 Arlington Heights?
The closest are Northwest Suburban College (Rolling Meadows, 3 mi), William Rainey Harper College (Palatine, 5 mi), and Triton College (River Grove, 14 mi). In total, 13 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Arlington Heights cost?
For the 12 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $26,376. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Arlington Heights?
Across Illinois, the median pay is $46,090 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 Arlington Heights?
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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- McHenry (23 mi)
- Chicago (24 mi)
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- Kenosha, WI (34 mi)
- Orland Park (34 mi)
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