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How Much Does Dental Assistant School Really Cost?

See how Indianapolis Dental Assistant School compares on cost, time, and return on investment — and how you can graduate debt-free.

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Weeks to Graduate
12
Total Tuition
$3,650
Next Start Date
April 11, 2026
Down Payment as Low As
$1450

Cost Comparison: Your Options

When it comes to becoming a dental assistant, you have choices. But not all paths offer the same value. Here's how the numbers compare:

Feature Indianapolis Dental Assistant School Community College University Program
Tuition $3,650 $10,000-$20,000 $15,000-$30,000+
Time to Career 12 weeks 1-2 years 2-4 years
Student Loan Debt $0 $5,000-$15,000 $15,000-$40,000+
Payment Plans Yes — flexible weekly payments Semester billing Semester billing
Earning Sooner In 12 weeks In 1-2 years In 2-4 years

The Real Cost of Waiting

Every month you spend in a longer program is a month you're not earning a dental assistant salary. Dental assistants in the U.S. earn a median salary of $46,540 per year. By completing your training in 12 weeks instead of 1-2 years, you could earn $46,000+ more during the time others are still in school.

Flexible Payment Plans

We offer payment plans that work with your budget — no student loans needed.

Pay in Full

Pay $3,650 upfront and save on payment plan fees. This is the most popular option for students who want to keep costs as low as possible.

Weekly Payment Plan

Start with a deposit of $1,450 and make manageable weekly payments. No credit checks, no interest — just a simple plan that fits your budget.

WIOA Funding May Be Available

Indianapolis Dental Assistant School is approved for WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) funding. If you qualify, your tuition may be partially or fully covered through government workforce development programs. Learn more about WIOA eligibility.

What Are Our Students Saying?
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Came to them for a Coronal Polishing & Fluoride Application certification and I am very impressed with this program. Very informative and personal training provided by extremely kind instructors. They also offer many other programs to expand on your professional experience, which also has a very personal hands on approach. Overall very impressed with this school compared to others I have attended and others I have heard about. Highly recommend the Dental Assisting School of Indianapolis! Read less
Came to them for a Coronal Polishing & Fluoride Application certification and I am very impressed with this program. Very informative and personal training provided by extremely kind instructors. ... Read more
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Christal Carls
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I had a great experience at dental assisting school of Indianapolis .The instructors were knowledgeable and patient, and the hands-on training really prepared me for working in a dental office. The environment was clean and professional. I felt confident starting my new career after graduating. Read less
I had a great experience at dental assisting school of Indianapolis .The instructors were knowledgeable and patient, and the hands-on training really prepared me for working in a dental office. Th... Read more
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Simrandeep
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Daisy is an amazing instructor and this was great experience! i think the admin need some working on but the instructor you spend your time with the most was awesome and very helpful.
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Breyuana Rhodes
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The in-person instructors are lovely, and they are very helpful. They really set you up for success! On the other hand, the administration is disorganized.
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Sophia Lin
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Daisy and my classmates were the reason the class ran as smoothly as it did . I was able to go back to previous modules and study class work and with the hands on activities in our labs this helped me . Read less
Daisy and my classmates were the reason the class ran as smoothly as it did . I was able to go back to previous modules and study class work and with the hands on activities in our labs this helped... Read more
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Cassidy Farley
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Awesome school.
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MEGAN MALLETTE
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Daisy was by far the best teacher , the program was great hands on learning experience. 100/10 would recommend this program.
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Kailey Chafey
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I love this school! Very educational and taught me so much. Miss Lorraine was the best and made sure we understood what was going on. she always came with a good attitude and was always so patient with us. she made me feel so good about myself and made me believe i could actually do it. I will always remember her. Read less
I love this school! Very educational and taught me so much. Miss Lorraine was the best and made sure we understood what was going on. she always came with a good attitude and was always so patient ... Read more
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Olivia Evans
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I have learned so much in this class! I loved my group, and met one of my best friends during the course. Miss Lorraine has been the best at guiding, explaining, encouraging and supporting us. Not only do they teach the dental assistant skills, but they teach life skills such as interviewing. 10/10 recommend Read less
I have learned so much in this class! I loved my group, and met one of my best friends during the course. Miss Lorraine has been the best at guiding, explaining, encouraging and supporting us. Not ... Read more
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Hope for Recovery
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Ms Lorraine is an excellent instructor. Shes extremely supportive and informative. Everyday she comes in with an incredible attitude and exudes empathy paired with compassion for teaching her students. Shes helped me learn everything required and more. Ms Lorraine goes above and beyond for incoming assistants. Without her I would not be prepared to enter the work field. I feel incredibly lucky to have been in her class and i hope to see her later in the dental offices. She deserves a raise and much more recognition. My only complaint is with the zollege coursework theres always typos in the slides and review, also the website crashes often. Read less
Ms Lorraine is an excellent instructor. Shes extremely supportive and informative. Everyday she comes in with an incredible attitude and exudes empathy paired with compassion for teaching her stude... Read more
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Joslin B
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