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Ross Medical Education Center-Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, Indiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 4122 Lima Road, Unit A5, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 · Phone: (260) 471-4840 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ross Medical Education Center-Fort Wayne is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Wayne, Indiana offering medical assistant and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Ross Medical Education Center-Fort Wayne has a 58.7% completion rate, below the Indiana average of 65.5%, 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-Fort Wayne is $24,203, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 65.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,060 | $45,110 | $47,290 |
| Dental assistants | $36,880 | $48,670 | $57,720 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (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 | 37 | $23,659 | $23,484 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $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-Fort Wayne is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and participates in federal student aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The campus offers two program families, with medical assistant programs (37 completers) and dental assistant schools (18 completers) making up its top offerings.
Federal data show a completion rate of 58.7%, which is below the state average of 65.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,072. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,203, and 65.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking short, focused training in medical or dental assisting rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Given the below-average completion rate, prospective students should ask the school directly about program structure and support services. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, consult the school's accreditor and 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-Fort Wayne offers medical assistant programs (37 completers) and dental assistant schools (18 completers), its two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with an accreditation status listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 58.7%, which is below Indiana's average of 65.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,072.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $24,203.
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 pricing and program structure compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (260) 471-4840 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The medical assistant and dental assistant program families are health-focused fields commonly pursued by career changers, though specific scheduling and pacing details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about credentialing tied to its medical and dental assistant programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Ross Medical Education Center-Fort Wayne at (260) 471-4840 or through its website, https://rosseducation.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.