Sonography schools in Pasadena, CA
14 schools within 30 miles of Pasadena, CA offer diagnostic medical sonography programs, and one is in Pasadena itself. Sonographers in California earn a median $128,530 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 14
- Closest
- <1 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in CA
- $128,530
14 diagnostic medical sonography schools within 30 mi of Pasadena, CA
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Integrity College of Health
Pasadena, CA · 0.8 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +1
Platt College-Los Angeles
Alhambra, CA · 5.5 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +4
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Smith Chason College
Los Angeles, CA · 12 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
CBD College
Los Angeles, CA · 12 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical billing & coding
- Surgical technologist
- +2
Healthcare Career College
Paramount, CA · 19 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +4
Casa Loma College-Los Angeles
Sherman Oaks, CA · 19 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Physical therapist assistant
National Polytechnic College
Lakewood, CA · 21 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- HVAC technician
Cypress College
Cypress, CA · 24 mi · Public
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +10
North-West College-Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 24 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +5
North-West College-Long Beach
Long Beach, CA · 25 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
Platt College-Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · 28 mi · Private
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +3
What sonographers earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $128,530
- $61.79 an hour
- Typical range
- $62,890–$177,780
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 10,110
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +13.9%
- 6,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest diagnostic medical sonography schools to Pasadena?
The closest are Integrity College of Health (Pasadena, under 1 mile), Platt College-Los Angeles (Alhambra, 5 mi), and American Medical Sciences Center (Glendale, 7 mi). In total, 14 schools within 30 miles teach diagnostic medical sonography.
How much do diagnostic medical sonography programs near Pasadena cost?
For the 14 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,606 to $34,367. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do sonographers make near Pasadena?
Across California, the median pay is $128,530 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a diagnostic medical sonography school in Pasadena?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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- Simi Valley (36 mi)
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