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Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston
Charleston, West Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5707 MacCorkle Ave., SE, Ste. 20, Charleston, WV 25304 · Phone: (304) 925-5645 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston is a private for-profit trade school in Charleston, WV offering medical assistant and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston has a 68.0% completion rate, near the state average of 68.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $30,072 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston is $23,138, federal financial aid can be used here, and 78.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $30,890 | $37,180 | $41,140 |
| Dental assistants | $31,760 | $37,960 | $45,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in West Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $23,659 | $23,484 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $21,985 | $23,230 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston is a private for-profit trade school located in Charleston, WV, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). The school's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs (24 completions) and dental assistant schools (13 completions), out of 37 total trade completers among 65 undergraduate students.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 68.0%, which is near the state average of 68.5%. Graduates who take out loans carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,072. The annual cost of attendance is $23,138, and 78.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Placement rates and program-specific outcomes are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused allied-health programs such as medical or dental assisting rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers considering a switch to healthcare support roles should verify current program details, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review additional outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston offers medical assistant programs (24 completions) and dental assistant schools (13 completions), based on program completion data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 68.0%, which is near the West Virginia state average of 68.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,072, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,138.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid terms, and institutional priorities compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (304) 925-5645 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?481906.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers short allied-health programs like medical and dental assisting, which may suit adults seeking a career change, though specific fit details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston at (304) 925-5645 or visit https://rosseducation.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?481906 for broader comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.