Career Training Path › New York › Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants
Ardsley, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1053 Saw Mill River Road, Ardsley, NY 10502 · Phone: (914) 682-9001 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is a private for-profit trade school in Ardsley, New York, offering dental assistant and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCET.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $4,171. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is $20,438, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 74.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assistants | $36,410 | $48,110 | $58,630 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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, 300–899 hours | 53 | $26,174 | $25,615 | $3,635 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $28,682 | $25,967 | $4,728 |
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
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants is a private for-profit trade school in Ardsley, New York. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and students can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's main programs are dental assistant schools and medical assistant programs, with dental assistant training being the larger of the two by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, above the New York state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $4,171, which is relatively low. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,438, and 74.8% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting the school serves a significant share of lower-income students.
This campus fits students looking for short, focused entry-level programs in dental or medical assisting rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered. Because the school reports low completer debt and a full-completion rate compared with state peers, it may be a reasonable option for career changers seeking direct-entry allied health training. Prospective students should independently verify accreditation status and outcomes data directly through the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants offers dental assistant programs (53 completers) and medical assistant programs (34 completers), per its program data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 74.8% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $4,171, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $20,438.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates independently of state subsidies and tuition may differ from public community colleges offering similar training.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (914) 682-9001 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485801.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on short, entry-level dental and medical assistant programs may suit adults seeking direct-entry allied health training, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here.
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; check with the school or relevant state licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Westchester School for Medical & Dental Assistants at (914) 682-9001 or through its website, https://www.wsmda.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across schools offering similar programs.
Nearby trade and career schools in New York
- Mercy UniversityDobbs Ferry, NY · university
- SUNY Westchester Community CollegeValhalla, NY · 25% completion
- Westchester School of Beauty CultureMount Vernon, NY · 77% completion
- Empire Beauty School-PeekskillPeekskill, NY · 89% completion
- Mar-Can Transportation, Inc.Mount Vernon, NY
- Public schools of the tarrytownssleepy hollow, NY
- Scarsdale Highway DepartmentScarsdale, NY
- Hunter Business SchoolLevittown, NY · 85% completion
See all trade and career schools in New York or search by ZIP code.
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.