Medical assistant schools in Forest Grove, OR
6 schools within 30 miles of Forest Grove, OR offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Portland Community College in Portland, 19 miles away. Medical assistants in Oregon earn a median $50,410 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 19 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in OR
- $50,410
6 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Forest Grove, OR
School results
Portland Community College
Portland, OR · 19 mi · Public
- Medical assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
Carrington College-Portland
Portland, OR · 22 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- Dental assistant
- +3
Concorde Career College - Portland
Portland, OR · 22 mi · Private
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- Surgical technologist
- +2
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What medical assistants earn in Oregon
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in OregonHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $50,410
- $24.24 an hour
- Typical range
- $43,760–$62,160
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OR
- 11,840
- 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 Forest Grove?
The closest are Portland Community College (Portland, 19 mi), Carrington College-Portland (Portland, 22 mi), and Concorde Career College - Portland (Portland, 22 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.
How much do medical assistant programs near Forest Grove cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $7,855 to $36,595. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do medical assistants make near Forest Grove?
Across Oregon, the median pay is $50,410 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 Forest Grove?
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.