by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. In addition, we cover how Essex ranks in comparison to other schools with medical assisting programs.
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Essex is in the top 10% of the country for medical assisting. More specifically it was ranked #37 out of 480 schools by College Factual.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Essex was $268 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,054 | $8,054 |
| Fees | $1,264 | $1,264 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Essex does not offer an online option for its medical assisting bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Essex Online Learning page.
Of the 21 students who graduated with a Associate’s in medical assisting from Essex in 2022, 67% were men and 33% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Essex County College with a associate's in medical assisting.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Health/Medical Prep Programs | 203 |
| Nursing | 37 |
| Practical Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 23 |
| Allied Health Professions | 17 |
| Ophthalmic & Optometric Support Services | 12 |
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