Medical assistant schools in Staten Island, NY
37 schools within 30 miles of Staten Island, NY offer medical assistant programs, and 2 are in Staten Island itself. Medical assistants in New York earn a median $48,000 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 37
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in NY
- $48,000
What medical assistants earn in New York
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in New YorkHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $48,000
- $23.08 an hour
- Typical range
- $37,280–$59,480
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NY
- 40,710
- 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 Staten Island?
The closest are St. Paul's School of Nursing - Staten Island (Staten Island, 3 mi), Career School of NY (Staten Island, 3 mi), and Manhattan School of Computer Technology (Brooklyn, 8 mi). In total, 37 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Staten Island cost?
For the 33 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,283 to $41,121. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Staten Island?
Across New York, the median pay is $48,000 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 Staten Island?
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Medical assistant schools in nearby cities
- Jersey City, NJ (8 mi)
- Newark, NJ (9 mi)
- New York (10 mi)
- East Orange, NJ (12 mi)
- Rego Park (16 mi)
- Fort Lee, NJ (19 mi)
- New Brunswick, NJ (19 mi)
- Hackensack, NJ (20 mi)