ϳԹ’s Medical Assisting program is currently waitlist-only for Fall 2025. All information sessions for Fall 2025 admissions have concluded.

Fall 2025 Admission

Application Inquiries: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu
Checklist: Download the Application Checklist


Step 1: Attend a Mandatory Information Session

Before applying, all students must attend an Information Session to learn about admission requirements, curriculum, clinical experiences, and the application process.

Location: Virtual (Zoom) & In-Person (Danvers Campus).
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Attendance: Arrive on time! Late arrivals (10+ minutes) will not be admitted and must attend a future session. Info sessions will be recorded.

No Upcoming Sessions

For questions or concerns about these sessions, please contact hpadmin@northshore.edu.


Step 2: Complete the Online Application

Submit the Selective Admissions Application for the year you are applying (previous applications do not count).

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Essay (see Step 3)
  • Other supporting materials (see below)

Step 3: Write & Submit Your Essay

Upload your word-processed essay with your application. The essay should be approximately 1-2 pages in length and must answer all questions. 

Prompt: Why do you want to pursue a career in Medical Assisting? 

  • What qualities make you a strong candidate for the program?


Step 4: Submit Transcripts

All official transcripts from previous colleges/universities must be sent directly to ϳԹ. If you’ve already submitted transcripts, you must send updated ones if you’ve completed additional coursework.

How to Submit

  1. Email: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu

  2. Mail:
    ϳԹ Admissions Office
    1 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA 01923

Transfer Students Requirement

Transfer students from another CAAHEP accredited Medical Assistant education program must also provide:

  • An official transcript proving enrollment in clinical courses within the last 5 years
  • Course syllabi from all previous Medical Assistant courses. Additional documents can be emailed to: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu

Step 5: Demonstrate Proficiency

Upload documentation to your application. Communications & Mathematics Proficiency can be demonstrated in multiple ways:

  • SAT scores
  • Accuplacer tests
  • High school GPA
  • College coursework

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Step 6: Submit High School Transcript or GED

Upload your high school transcript or GED score report. If you submitted this within the last 5 years, confirm with SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu.


Program Questions

lmckella@northshore.edu
978-762-4160

General Assistance

Visit CentroHub, ϳԹ’s virtual concierge.

Accreditation

ϳԹ is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. ϳԹ is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

ϳԹ’s Medical Assisting Certificate Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board.

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 - 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
Phone: 727-210-2350
Email: mail@caahep.org

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