Medical assistant schools in Iowa

We found 14 schools offering medical assistant training in Iowa, with campuses in Davenport, Sioux City, Ankeny, and Waterloo and more. Medical assistants in Iowa earn a median $45,480 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
14
Public colleges
11
Median pay in IA
$45,480
Cities with schools
1

14 medical assistant schools

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  1. Des Moines Area Community College

    Ankeny, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  2. Eastern Iowa Community College

    Davenport, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +21

  3. Hawkeye Community College

    Waterloo, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +17

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  5. Iowa Central Community College

    Fort Dodge, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  6. Iowa Western Community College

    Council Bluffs, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  7. Kirkwood Community College

    Cedar Rapids, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +26

  8. Marshalltown Community College

    Marshalltown, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +10

  9. Mercy College of Health Sciences

    Des Moines, IA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +3

  10. North Iowa Area Community College

    Mason City, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  11. Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar

    Calmar, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  12. Orion Technical College

    Davenport, IA · Private

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

  13. Ross College-Davenport

    Davenport, IA · Private

    • Medical assistant

  14. Southeastern Community College - Iowa

    West Burlington, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +10

  15. Western Iowa Tech Community College

    Sioux City, IA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

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What medical assistants earn in Iowa

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Medical assistant salary in IowaHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$45,480
$21.87 an hour
Typical range
$36,730–$54,960
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IA
5,990
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

How many medical assistant schools are in Iowa?

We list 14 schools in Iowa with medical assistant programs: 11 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Davenport, Sioux City, Ankeny, Waterloo, and Fort Dodge.

Are there community college medical assistant programs in Iowa?

Yes. 11 public colleges in Iowa offer medical assistant. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does medical assistant school cost in Iowa?

Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,059 to $26,924. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do medical assistants make in Iowa?

The median pay for medical assistants in Iowa is $45,480 a year, and most earn between $36,730 and $54,960, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical assistant school in Iowa?

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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