Medical assistant schools in Trenton, NJ

13 schools within 30 miles of Trenton, NJ offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville in Lawrenceville, 3 miles away. Medical assistants in New Jersey earn a median $47,210 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
13
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in NJ
$47,210

13 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Trenton, NJ

School results

  1. Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville

    Lawrenceville, NJ · 3.5 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  2. Bucks County Community College

    Newtown, PA · 11 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Carpentry
    • Phlebotomy
    • +9

  3. Orleans Technical College

    Philadelphia, PA · 16 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

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  5. Prism Career Institute-Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · 19 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant

  6. Lincoln Technical Institute-Moorestown

    Moorestown, NJ · 22 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

  7. American Institute-Cherry Hill

    Cherry Hill, NJ · 24 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  8. Prism Career Institute-Cherry Hill

    Cherry Hill, NJ · 25 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant

  9. American Institute-Somerset

    Somerset, NJ · 25 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • Dental assistant
    • +1

  10. Raritan Valley Community College

    Branchburg, NJ · 27 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +4

  11. Montgomery County Community College

    Blue Bell, PA · 27 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +9

  12. Lansdale School of Business

    North Wales, PA · 27 mi · Private

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

  13. Community College of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · 28 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +10

  14. American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education

    Piscataway, NJ · 29 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +4

What medical assistants earn in New Jersey

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

Medical assistant salary in New JerseyHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$47,210
$22.70 an hour
Typical range
$37,010–$58,070
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NJ
20,330
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 Trenton?

The closest are Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville (Lawrenceville, 3 mi), Bucks County Community College (Newtown, 11 mi), and Orleans Technical College (Philadelphia, 16 mi). In total, 13 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.

How much do medical assistant programs near Trenton cost?

For the 12 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,389 to $39,141. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical assistants make near Trenton?

Across New Jersey, the median pay is $47,210 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 Trenton?

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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