Allied Health

Medical Assistant School Loans, LoanAmerica® Allied Health Lending

Medical assisting programs cost $10,000-$25,000 and include unpaid clinical rotations. LoanAmerica® covers tuition and required institutional fees.

Medical Assisting Career Outlook

$38,000

Median Salary

14%

Job Growth (10yr)

$10K-$25K

Program Cost

The Medical Assisting Path

Medical assisting programs typically last 9-12 months and include classroom instruction, lab work, and 160-240 hours of unpaid clinical externships. Graduates earn CMA or RMA certification.

The unpaid clinical rotation is where many students struggle financially. LoanAmerica® loans cover tuition and required institutional fees; living costs like rent, food, and transportation during this period are a separate expense to plan for.

Why Medical Assisting Is a Growth Career

BLS projects 14% job growth for medical assistants through 2032, much faster than average. Healthcare expansion, an aging population, and physician shortages are driving demand.

Starting salaries range from $33,000-$42,000, with experienced medical assistants in specialty practices earning $45,000+.