Surgical Tech Schools in Dubuque, IA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Dubuque, Iowa. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Surgical Tech Schools Near Dubuque, IA

#1

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

Fennimore, WI 33 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 70
  • Annual completions: 946
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Kirkwood Community College

Cedar Rapids, IA 63.2 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,775
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Eastern Iowa Community College District

Davenport, IA 67.8 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,489
  • Online programs available

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#4

Black Hawk College

Moline, IL 71.9 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 590
  • Online programs available

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#5

Madison Area Technical College

Madison, WI 82 miles away BOC Score 59.1
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  • Programs offered: 120
  • Annual completions: 4,231
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Rasmussen University-Illinois

Rockford, IL 83.8 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • 6000 East State Street, 4th Floor Rockford, IL 61108-2513
  • (815) 316-4800
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  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 165
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Herzing University-Madison

Madison, WI 84.3 miles away BOC Score 35.8
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  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 1,118
  • Online programs available

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#8

Blackhawk Technical College

Janesville, WI 86.6 miles away BOC Score 45.1
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,207

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#9

Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

Rockford, IL 87.4 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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  • 1130 South Alpine Road Suite 100 Rockford, IL 61108-3900
  • (815) 965-8616
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 765
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Rock Valley College

Rockford, IL 88.3 miles away BOC Score 49.5
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  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,400

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Iowa Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Iowa
Iowa Median Pay $60,540 $29.11 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

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