Surgical Tech Schools in Villa Park, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Villa Park, Illinois. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Surgical Tech Schools Near Villa Park, IL

#1

College of DuPage

Glen Ellyn, IL 5.6 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 98
  • Annual completions: 3,152

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Triton College

River Grove, IL 7.3 miles away BOC Score 54.9
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,558
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

William Rainey Harper College

Palatine, IL 14.4 miles away BOC Score 59.2
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  • Programs offered: 73
  • Annual completions: 2,528
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Chicago, IL 15.6 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,448
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Stellar Career College

Chicago, IL 17.7 miles away BOC Score 34.1
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  • 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60606-0000
  • (773) 317-7284
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 85

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Midwestern Career College

Chicago, IL 17.8 miles away BOC Score 57.7
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  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 288
  • Online programs available

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#7

Roosevelt University

Chicago, IL 18.2 miles away BOC Score 40.1
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  • Programs offered: 29
  • Annual completions: 111
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL 19.9 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 2,748

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#9

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, IL 30.7 miles away BOC Score 47.7
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 896
  • Online programs available

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#10

College of Lake County

Grayslake, IL 32.5 miles away BOC Score 47.4
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  • In-state tuition: $4,788
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,400
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 81
  • Annual completions: 4,091

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $64,650 $31.08 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $64,650 $31.08 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2055 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation status
  • NBSTSA CST certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Clinical rotation hours in OR settings
  • State certification or registration requirements
  • Surgical case minimums and specialty exposure

Next Steps

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