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Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood
Kentwood, Michigan · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 4528 Breton S.E., Kentwood, MI 49508 · Phone: (616) 698-3075 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood is a private for-profit trade school in Kentwood, Michigan offering medical assistant and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood has a 67.3% completion rate versus a 56.9% state average, with $9,500 median graduate debt and $30,072 median earnings 10 years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood is $23,475, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 64.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,000 | $39,870 | $46,020 |
| Dental assistants | $37,110 | $48,820 | $56,940 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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 | 83 | $23,659 | $23,484 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $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-Kentwood is a private for-profit trade school located in Kentwood, Michigan, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for programs. The school's two program families are medical assistant programs and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant programs (83 completers) and dental assistant schools (23 completers) as the top programs awarded.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.3%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,072. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,475, and 64.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, health-field training rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults changing careers should independently verify accreditation status and outcomes using the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm current tuition and schedule details directly with the school by phone or through its website before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood offers medical assistant programs and dental assistant schools. Medical assistant programs have 83 completers and dental assistant schools have 23 completers, making them the top programs at this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. About 64.6% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.3%, compared to a Michigan state average of 56.9%, placing this campus above the state average.
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 reported at $30,072.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,475.
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 financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (616) 698-3075 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?365833.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused medical and dental assistant training, which may suit those seeking a shorter, career-focused path, but specific fit depends on program length and format not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm details.
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 for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Ross Medical Education Center-Kentwood at (616) 698-3075 or visit https://rosseducation.edu/ to apply or learn more.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.