Medical assistant schools in Wisconsin
We found 19 schools offering medical assistant training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Madison, Milwaukee, Janesville, and Eau Claire and more. Medical assistants in Wisconsin earn a median $48,680 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 19
- Public colleges
- 16
- Median pay in WI
- $48,680
- Cities with schools
- 4
Medical assistant schools by city
What medical assistants earn in Wisconsin
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Medical assistant salary in WisconsinHow to become a medical assistant
- Median pay
- $48,680
- $23.41 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,480–$57,990
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WI
- 13,810
- 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 Wisconsin?
We list 19 schools in Wisconsin with medical assistant programs: 16 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Madison, Milwaukee, Janesville, Eau Claire, and Shell Lake.
Are there community college medical assistant programs in Wisconsin?
Yes. 16 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
Among the 19 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,255 to $27,038. 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 Wisconsin?
The median pay for medical assistants in Wisconsin is $48,680 a year, and most earn between $39,480 and $57,990, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a medical assistant school in Wisconsin?
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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Medical assistant schools in other states
- California (152)
- Texas (71)
- Florida (61)
- Ohio (57)
- North Carolina (46)
- Michigan (45)
- Illinois (39)
- Pennsylvania (37)
- Georgia (34)
- Louisiana (34)
- New York (32)
- New Jersey (30)
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- Washington (25)
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