Medical Assistant programs in Rhode Island
3 medical assistant programs at 3 Rhode Island schools are in the federal data. Where earnings are reported (3 programs), the state median is $44,222 one year after completion, 22% above the national median of $36,193. Median borrower debt is $17,487.
| School | City | Program | Credential | Completers/yr | 1-yr earnings | Median debt | Monthly payment* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community College of Rhode Island | Warwick, RI | Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 32 | $49,847 | $17,487 | $199 |
| New England Institute of Technology | East Greenwich, RI | Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 32 | $44,222 | $31,000 | $352 |
| Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln | Lincoln, RI | Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate | 133 | $37,984 | $11,031 | $125 |
*Scorecard's estimated monthly payment on the median debt over 10 years. “Not reported” means the Department suppressed or did not publish the figure.
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Before you choose a medical assistant school in Rhode Island
Medical assistants are generally not state-licensed, but employers often prefer a credential such as the CMA (AAMA) or RMA. Many certifying bodies require graduation from an accredited program.
- Is the program accredited by an agency that qualifies me for national certification?
- Is an externship included, and who arranges it?
- What is the cost per credential exam?
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study and Institution files (release dated 10/15/2026). Earnings are median annual earnings of completers working and not enrolled one year after finishing; debt is median federal loan debt of borrowers; both describe past cohorts and small programs are suppressed by the Department. See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best-paying medical assistant program in Rhode Island?
By reported one-year earnings, Community College of Rhode Island leads at $49,847 in the associate degree program, but compare cost and local jobs too.
How many medical assistant programs are in Rhode Island?
The Scorecard lists 3 certificate or associate programs in this field at 3 schools in Rhode Island.