Surgical Tech Schools in Cary, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Cary, North Carolina. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Surgical Tech Schools Near Cary, NC

#1

Durham Technical Community College

Durham, NC 13.9 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 578
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Fayetteville, NC 49.6 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 4,671
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Sandhills Community College

Pinehurst, NC 51 miles away BOC Score 58.9
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 365
  • Online programs available

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#4

Wilson Community College

Wilson, NC 51.8 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 305
  • Online programs available

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#5

Guilford Technical Community College

Jamestown, NC 63.4 miles away BOC Score 35.2
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  • In-state tuition: $2,320
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,696
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  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 2,212
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Rockingham Community College

Wentworth, NC 67.2 miles away BOC Score 43.0
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  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 364

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#7

Edgecombe Community College

Tarboro, NC 70 miles away BOC Score 46.9
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 357
  • Online programs available

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#8

Davidson-Davie Community College

Thomasville, NC 76.7 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,662
  • Online programs available

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#9

Robeson Community College

Lumberton, NC 77.2 miles away BOC Score 49.3
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 501
  • Online programs available

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#10

Lenoir Community College

Kinston, NC 79.5 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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  • In-state tuition: $2,578
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,722
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  • Graduation rate: 33%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 481
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

North Carolina Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $60,920 $29.29 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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