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Medical Assistant Programs in Wisconsin

22 accredited Wisconsin schools graduated 590 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what medical assistants earn in Wisconsin.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
2215 cities
Lowest published cost
$15,000median $15,000
Typical length
30 wkfull-time
Wisconsin median pay
$48,680+$2,990 vs U.S.

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Medical Assistant Programs in Milwaukee, WI 5 schools

Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

10950 W Potter Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Private nonprofit Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
28
College tuition
$19,330/yr
Length
Associate degree

28 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution, the 5th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $19,330.

Milwaukee Career College

3077 N Mayfair Rd Ste 300, Milwaukee, WI 53222
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
25
Program cost
$15,000
Length
30 weeks

This private for-profit two-year college in Milwaukee County graduated 25 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $15,000 for a program of about 30 weeks.

Herzing University-Brookfield

15895 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
16
College tuition
$12,360/yr
Length
1-2 years

16 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,360.

Milwaukee Area Technical College

700 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

15 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Waukesha County Technical College

800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI 53072
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Pewaukee that reported 11 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Madison, WI 2 schools

Herzing University-Madison

5218 E. Terrace Dr., Madison, WI 53718
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
181
College tuition
$12,360/yr
Length
1-2 years

181 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution, the most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,360.

Madison Area Technical College

1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
37
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

37 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution, the 3rd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,633 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Green Bay, WI 2 schools

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

2740 W Mason St, Green Bay, WI 54307
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
56
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

This public two-year college in Brown County graduated 56 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Rasmussen University-Wisconsin

904 South Taylor Street, Suite 100, Green Bay, WI 54303
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$12,058/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Green Bay that reported 8 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,058.

Medical Assistant Programs in Kenosha, WI 2 schools

Gateway Technical College

3520 30th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53144
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

20 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Herzing University-Kenosha

5800 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53140
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$12,360/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private nonprofit four-year institution in Kenosha that reported 12 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,360.

Medical Assistant Programs in La Crosse, WI 1 school

Western Technical College

400 7th St. North, La Crosse, WI 54601
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
33
College tuition
$4,378/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in La Crosse County graduated 33 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, the 4th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,378 ($6,571 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Appleton, WI 1 school

Fox Valley Technical College

1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton, WI 54912
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
26
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Outagamie County graduated 26 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Fond du Lac, WI 1 school

Moraine Park Technical College

235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI 54936
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
21
College tuition
$4,375/yr
Length
1-2 years

21 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,375 ($6,579 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Wisconsin Rapids, WI 1 school

Mid-State Technical College

500 32nd St N, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
17
College tuition
$4,262/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Wisconsin Rapids that reported 17 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,262 ($6,392 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Fennimore, WI 1 school

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

1800 Bronson Blvd, Fennimore, WI 53809
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Fennimore that reported 15 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Janesville, WI 1 school

Blackhawk Technical College

6004 South County Road G, Janesville, WI 53547
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$3,506/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

15 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,506 ($5,263 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Rice Lake, WI 1 school

Northwood Technical College

1900 College Dr., Rice Lake, WI 54868
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$4,524/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Rice Lake that reported 15 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,524 ($6,583 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Cleveland, WI 1 school

Lakeshore Technical College

1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI 53015
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$4,113/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Cleveland that reported 13 Medical Assistant graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,113 ($6,170 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Eau Claire, WI 1 school

Chippewa Valley Technical College

620 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Eau Claire County graduated 12 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Wausau, WI 1 school

Northcentral Technical College

1000 Campus Dr, Wausau, WI 54401
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (under 12 weeks)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
11
College tuition
$3,509/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

11 Medical Assistant credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,509 ($5,263 out of state).

Medical Assistant Programs in Rhinelander, WI 1 school

Nicolet Area Technical College

5364 College Drive, Rhinelander, WI 54501
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Oneida County graduated 3 Medical Assistant students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386 ($6,579 out of state).

How to get Medical Assistant certified in Wisconsin

  1. Choose a program. If you want the CMA credential, confirm the program is CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited.
  2. Complete coursework plus an externship in a clinic or doctor’s office.
  3. Sit for a national certification exam (CMA, RMA or CCMA).
  4. Recertify on the certifying body’s schedule through continuing education or re-examination.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Wisconsin requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Medical Assistant Programs in Wisconsin: FAQ

How many Medical Assistant programs are in Wisconsin?

We list 22 accredited Wisconsin schools that graduated Medical Assistant students in 2023–24, 16 of them public. Together they awarded 590 Medical Assistant credentials that year.

How much do medical assistant programs cost in Wisconsin?

1 Wisconsin schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $15,000 to $15,000, with a median of $15,000. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do medical assistants make in Wisconsin?

The median medical assistant in Wisconsin earns $48,680 a year ($23.41 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,690 nationally. The top 10% earn $57,990 or more.

Which Wisconsin school trains the most medical assistants?

Herzing University-Madison in Madison reported the most Medical Assistant graduates in Wisconsin: 181 in 2023–24.

How long do medical assistant programs take in Wisconsin?

Among Wisconsin programs that reported a schedule, the median length is about 30 weeks of full-time study. Certificate and diploma programs commonly run about 9 to 12 months; associate degrees take about 2 years.

What exam do medical assistants take?

Common certifications: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT) and CCMA (NHA). The CMA requires graduating from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program..

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