Medical assistant schools in Chicago, IL

11 schools within 30 miles of Chicago, IL offer medical assistant programs, and 3 are in Chicago itself. Medical assistants in Illinois earn a median $46,090 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
11
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in IL
$46,090

11 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Chicago, IL

School results

  1. City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College

    Chicago, IL · 2.9 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +11

  2. Stellar Career College

    Chicago, IL · 4.2 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Surgical technologist
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +1

  3. Midwestern Career College

    Chicago, IL · 4.4 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • Dental assistant
    • +3

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  5. Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park

    Melrose Park, IL · 8.9 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +2

  6. Triton College

    River Grove, IL · 9.7 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +18

  7. Moraine Valley Community College

    Palos Hills, IL · 13 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

  8. South Suburban College

    South Holland, IL · 16 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Welding
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +11

  9. Fox College

    Tinley Park, IL · 20 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Veterinary technician
    • Physical therapist assistant
    • +1

  10. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 20 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  11. Northwest Suburban College

    Rolling Meadows, IL · 22 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Dental assistant

  12. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20

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 Chicago?

The closest are City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College (Chicago, 3 mi), Stellar Career College (Chicago, 4 mi), and Midwestern Career College (Chicago, 4 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.

How much do medical assistant programs near Chicago cost?

For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $25,959. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical assistants make near Chicago?

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 Chicago?

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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