Sonography schools in Bowie, MD

3 schools within 30 miles of Bowie, MD offer diagnostic medical sonography programs, and the closest is Howard Community College in Columbia, 19 miles away. Sonographers in Maryland earn a median $99,210 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
19 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in MD
$99,210

3 diagnostic medical sonography schools within 30 mi of Bowie, MD

School results

  1. Howard Community College

    Columbia, MD · 19 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +7
  2. Montgomery College

    Rockville, MD · 25 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8
  3. Northern Virginia Community College

    Annandale, VA · 28 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +17

What sonographers earn in Maryland

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$99,210
$47.70 an hour
Typical range
$80,940–$118,520
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MD
1,760
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 Bowie?

The closest are Howard Community College (Columbia, 19 mi), Montgomery College (Rockville, 25 mi), and Northern Virginia Community College (Annandale, 28 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach diagnostic medical sonography.

How much do diagnostic medical sonography programs near Bowie cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $8,027 to $11,133. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do sonographers make near Bowie?

Across Maryland, the median pay is $99,210 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 Bowie?

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.