Medical assistant schools in Sugar Land, TX

10 schools within 30 miles of Sugar Land, TX offer medical assistant programs, and the closest is Fortis College - Houston South in Houston, 10 miles away. Medical assistants in Texas earn a median $39,520 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
10
Closest
10 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in TX
$39,520

10 medical assistant schools within 30 mi of Sugar Land, TX

School results

  1. Fortis College - Houston South

    Houston, TX · 9.7 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +1
  2. The College of Health Care Professions-Southwest Houston

    Houston, TX · 10 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +2
  3. Texas Health School

    Houston, TX · 13 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
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  5. College of Health Care Professions

    Houston, TX · 14 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +1
  6. Pima Medical Institute - Houston

    Houston, TX · 17 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +8
  7. Northwest Educational Center

    Houston, TX · 18 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Cosmetology
    • +1
  8. Houston Community College

    Houston, TX · 19 mi · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29
  9. The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest

    Houston, TX · 19 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Dental assistant
    • +4
  10. Remington College-North Houston Campus

    Houston, TX · 27 mi · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +1
  11. Fortis Institute - Houston North

    Houston, TX · 28 mi · Private

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

What medical assistants earn in Texas

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

Median pay
$39,520
$19.00 an hour
Typical range
$31,200–$49,260
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TX
75,340
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 Sugar Land?

The closest are Fortis College - Houston South (Houston, 10 mi), The College of Health Care Professions-Southwest Houston (Houston, 10 mi), and Texas Health School (Houston, 13 mi). In total, 10 schools within 30 miles teach medical assistant.

How much do medical assistant programs near Sugar Land cost?

For the 9 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,737 to $32,550. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do medical assistants make near Sugar Land?

Across Texas, the median pay is $39,520 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 Sugar Land?

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.