Medical assistant schools in Hammond, IN
9 schools within 30 miles of Hammond, IN offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is South Suburban College in South Holland, 6 miles away. Medical assistants in Indiana earn a median $45,110 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 9
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in IN
- $45,110
9 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Hammond, IN
School results
South Suburban College
South Holland, IL · 6.5 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +11
Fox College
Tinley Park, IL · 15 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Veterinary technician
- Physical therapist assistant
- +1
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Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 18 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
Stellar Career College
Chicago, IL · 20 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Surgical technologist
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- +1
City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL · 20 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 26 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- Welding
- +2
What medical assistants earn in Indiana
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in IndianaHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $45,110
- $21.69 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,060–$50,480
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IN
- 19,630
- 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 Hammond?
The closest are South Suburban College (South Holland, 6 mi), Denmark College (Merrillville, 12 mi), and Fox College (Tinley Park, 15 mi). In total, 9 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Hammond cost?
For the 9 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 Hammond?
Across Indiana, the median pay is $45,110 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 Hammond?
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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- Downers Grove, IL (30 mi)
- Joliet, IL (34 mi)
- Arlington Heights, IL (41 mi)
- Aurora, IL (42 mi)
- Elgin, IL (52 mi)
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