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Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville
Knoxville, Tennessee · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 206 North Seven Oaks Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922 · Phone: (865) 297-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville is a private for-profit trade school in Knoxville, TN offering dental assistant and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville has a 68.3% completion rate versus a 64.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $30,072 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville is reported at $24,748, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 67.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assistants | $37,810 | $46,720 | $59,270 |
| Medical assistants | $34,840 | $39,570 | $45,580 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $21,985 | $23,230 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 33 | $23,659 | $23,484 | $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-Knoxville is a private for-profit trade school located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The school awards the most credentials in two program families: dental assistant schools and medical assistant programs, with dental assisting (34 completers) and medical assisting (33 completers) making up its primary offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 68.3%, which is near the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,072. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,748, and 67.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the school serves a largely lower-income student population. All figures are drawn directly from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; no figure has been estimated.
Based on its two program families in dental and medical assisting, this campus may suit students seeking focused, single-field allied health training rather than a broad associate degree pathway; program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, contact the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools or review the College Scorecard entry for this campus before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers dental assistant schools and medical assistant programs, with 34 and 33 completers respectively in the most recent federal data.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial 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 68.3%, which is near the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to the College Scorecard.
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 reported annual cost of attendance is $24,748.
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 and typical student debt compared to public institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported earnings and debt figures.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (865) 297-4800 or via rosseducation.edu to confirm program schedules.
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 official outcome data on the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focused dental and medical assisting programs suggest a career-training model, but specific fit for adult career changers, including schedule flexibility, is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
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 or check with Tennessee's relevant licensing board for dental and medical assisting requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at (865) 297-4800 or visit rosseducation.edu for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trade is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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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.