Surgical Tech Schools in State College, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare surgical tech programs in State College, 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 State College, PA

#1

Mount Aloysius College

Cresson, PA 45.2 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

Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute-Lewisburg

Lewisburg, PA 52.2 miles away BOC Score 30.1
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 104

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Pennsylvania College of Technology

Williamsport, PA 53 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 1,345
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Central Penn College

Summerdale, PA 59.1 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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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 18%
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 204
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Harrisburg Area Community College

Harrisburg, PA 61.3 miles away BOC Score 37.5
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,170
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

Johnstown, PA 62.6 miles away BOC Score 48.7
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 69

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

James Rumsey Technical Institute

Martinsburg, WV 92.4 miles away BOC Score 74.9
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 448

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#8

Frederick Community College

Frederick, MD 95.5 miles away BOC Score 71.1
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  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 337
  • Online programs available

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#9

Westmoreland County Community College

Youngwood, PA 98 miles away BOC Score 49.1
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 478
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster

Lancaster, PA 98.5 miles away BOC Score 71.5
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 177
  • Online programs available

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

Next Steps

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