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Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 930 Old Monrovia Road, NW Suite 9, Huntsville, AL 35806 · Phone: (256) 430-9740 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville is a private for-profit trade school in Huntsville, Alabama offering medical assistant and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville has a 50.8% completion rate, above the Alabama state average of 45.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry of $30,060.
Annual cost of attendance at Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville is $23,774, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 65.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $29,630 | $36,100 | $38,360 |
| Dental assistants | $30,840 | $39,080 | $47,100 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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 | 48 | $22,744 | $21,468 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $22,341 | $22,043 | $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-Huntsville is a private for-profit trade school located in Huntsville, Alabama. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) here. The campus's top programs are medical assistant programs (48 completers) and dental assistant schools (7 completers), serving an undergraduate enrollment of 132 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.8%, which is above the Alabama state average of 45.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,060. The annual cost of attendance is $23,774, and 65.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely lower-income student population.
This campus centers on short, career-focused programs in medical and dental assisting rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a quicker path into healthcare support roles, including adult career-changers, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers medical assistant programs (48 completers) and dental assistant schools (7 completers), for a total of two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.8%, which is above the Alabama state average of 45.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,060.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $23,774.
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 institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (256) 430-9740 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?486707.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's short, focused medical and dental assistant programs may suit adults seeking quicker entry into healthcare support roles, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville by phone at (256) 430-9740 or through its website at https://rosseducation.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the federal data provided; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side 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.