Medical assistant schools in Virginia

Looking for medical assistant schools in Virginia? There are 8, including 1 public college, 1 private nonprofit school, and 6 private career schools. Medical assistants in Virginia earn a median $44,740 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
1
Median pay in VA
$44,740
Cities with schools
7

8 medical assistant schools

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  1. American National University

    Salem, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +2

  2. Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach

    Virginia Beach, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +2

  3. Centura College - Richmond Main

    Richmond, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +5

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  5. Eastern Shore Community College

    Melfa, VA · Public

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +6

  6. Eastern Virginia Career College

    Fredericksburg, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +3

  7. ECPI University

    Virginia Beach, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Dental assistant
    • +11

  8. Fortis College - Norfolk

    Norfolk, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

  9. Fortis College - Richmond

    Richmond, VA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • HVAC technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3

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What medical assistants earn in Virginia

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

Medical assistant salary in VirginiaHow to become a medical assistant

Median pay
$44,740
$21.51 an hour
Typical range
$37,090–$52,000
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in VA
16,650
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 Virginia?

We list 8 schools in Virginia with medical assistant programs: 1 public college, 1 private nonprofit school, and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Richmond, Virginia Beach, Melfa, Fredericksburg, and Norfolk.

Are there community college medical assistant programs in Virginia?

Yes. 1 public college in Virginia 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 Virginia?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,495 to $24,764. 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 Virginia?

The median pay for medical assistants in Virginia is $44,740 a year, and most earn between $37,090 and $52,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical assistant school in Virginia?

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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