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Dental Assisting/Assistant at Palomar College
If you are interested in studying Dental Assisting/Assistant, take a look at what Palomar College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Palomar College is in San Marcos, CA.
Studying Online at Palomar College
Distance learning is available at Palomar College. Of 19,550 students, 5,246 (27%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,667 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Dental Assisting/Assistant Rankings at Palomar College
Use these rankings to compare Palomar College’s Dental Assisting/Assistant program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #17 of 68 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #28 of 68 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #41 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 450 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #149 of 413 |
Best-Paid Careers for Dental Assisting/Assistant Graduates
Graduates of the Dental Assisting/Assistant program at Palomar College go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Dental Assisting/Assistant graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $25,445 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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