Surgical Tech Schools in Altoona, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in Altoona, Pennsylvania. 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 Altoona, PA

#1

Mount Aloysius College

Cresson, PA 11 miles away BOC Score 37.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 143
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

Johnstown, PA 28 miles away BOC Score 48.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 69

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Westmoreland County Community College

Youngwood, PA 64.6 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 478
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

James Rumsey Technical Institute

Martinsburg, WV 76.3 miles away BOC Score 74.9
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 448

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#5

Central Penn College

Summerdale, PA 78.6 miles away BOC Score 47.6
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  • In-state tuition: $19,854
  • Out-of-state tuition: $19,854
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  • Admission rate: 18%
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 204
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Potomac State College of West Virginia University

Keyser, WV 80 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 31
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Harrisburg Area Community College

Harrisburg, PA 81 miles away BOC Score 37.5
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,170
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Carlow University

Pittsburgh, PA 82.3 miles away BOC Score 52.7
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  • In-state tuition: $35,874
  • Out-of-state tuition: $35,874
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  • Admission rate: 87%
  • Graduation rate: 58%
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 64
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Community College of Allegheny County

Pittsburgh, PA 85.1 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 1,817
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute-Lewisburg

Lewisburg, PA 85.4 miles away BOC Score 30.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 104

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Surgical Tech Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $62,680 $30.14 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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