Dental Assisting at Rose State College

Midwest City, OK · Public · Associate Degree · Dental Support Services and Allied Professions

a smaller institution with 4,546 students in Midwest City, OK.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $70,427 put Rose State College's Dental Assisting program 93% above the national median of $36,429 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

The 73.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Dental Assisting graduates.

A #35 ranking out of 513 Dental Assisting programs nationally puts Rose State College in the top 10% — a strong but not elite position.

Dental Assisting connects to 4 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

71 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
68
Low End
71
Score
71
High End
Earnings $70,427/yr (93% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Large (99,500 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$70K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
73.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
4 of 4
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition (In-State)
$10,064
Out-of-state: $22,818
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$66,301
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Dental Assisting graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Dental hygienists $94,260 +7.0% 81%
Dental laboratory technicians $48,310 -4.7% 96%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Dental hygienists
$94,260
+7.0% growth 81% AI-proof
Dental laboratory technicians
$48,310
-4.7% growth 96% AI-proof

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Dental Assisting Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Dental Assisting careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Rose State College's Dental Assisting program score?
At 71/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Dental Assisting program at Rose State College?
The DOL recognizes 4 apprenticeship pathways related to Dental Assisting. For students weighing Rose State College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for Dental Assisting workers?
The large job market (99,500 annual openings) works in favor of Dental Assisting graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →