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How Much Does Dental Assistant School Really Cost?

See how Denver 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: May 2, 2026
Down Payment as Low As: $450

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	Denver 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 $450 and make manageable weekly payments. No credit checks, no interest — just a simple plan that fits your budget.

WIOA Funding May Be Available

Denver 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?

Google 4.9 (34)

Heather, Haylee, Samara and Christa are all amazing !!!

cameron price

When I first came here I didn’t know what to expect but the instructors were so so helpful & nices even when it came to repeating question heather & Haylee , samara we’re great help they really pus... Read more

Angel Astro

Heather, Haylee, and Samara were AMAZING instructors that helped me learn so much about the industry. This course gave me a great foundation for getting into the dental industry.

Taylor Adams

Fantastic program. Quicker than most but very thorough.

Alec Starr

My experience was awesome, and my instructor made it even better. She was super supportive and patient, and always made sure we understood everything before moving on. I learned so many things abou... Read more

Allison Frayre

I have had a lovely experience here, the program is well thought out, the in class portion is very hands on and very helpful for real world practices. The instructor at this location is also very h... Read more

Marlaina Craven

I loved everything about it! The instructors were great, especially Arianna! I learned a lot and was able to apply what I learned into the real word! I 10/10 recommend.

Kimberly_ Montes

Program was straight forward Heather & Samara were helpful and made the class enjoyable! Would recommend to anyone trying to become a dental assistant!

Rodrigo Rodriguez

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