Sonography schools in Paterson, NJ

14 schools within 30 miles of Paterson, NJ offer diagnostic medical sonography programs, and the closest is American Institute-Clifton in Clifton, 3 miles away. Sonographers in New Jersey earn a median $103,150 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
14
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in NJ
$103,150

14 diagnostic medical sonography schools within 30 mi of Paterson, NJ

School results

  1. American Institute-Clifton

    Clifton, NJ · 3.3 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  2. Bergen Community College

    Paramus, NJ · 4.6 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Culinary arts
    • +8

  3. Eastern International College-Jersey City

    Jersey City, NJ · 14 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Dental hygienist

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  5. Mandl School - The College of Allied Health

    New York, NY · 14 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  6. Monroe University

    Bronx, NY · 14 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  7. Ace Institute of Technology

    New York, NY · 14 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant

  8. Healthcare Training Institute

    Union, NJ · 16 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +1

  9. UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey

    Cranford, NJ · 19 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +7

  10. New York Medical Career Training Center

    Flushing, NY · 20 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant

  11. Austin Medical Assistant Training

    Forest Hills, NY · 22 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical billing & coding

  12. Center for Ultrasound Research & Education

    White Plains, NY · 23 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography

  13. Center for Allied Health Education

    Brooklyn, NY · 24 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Radiologic technologist

  14. JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Schools

    Plainfield, NJ · 25 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Radiologic technologist

  15. American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education

    Piscataway, NJ · 28 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +4

What sonographers earn in New Jersey

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

Sonographer salary in New JerseyHow to become a sonographer

Median pay
$103,150
$49.59 an hour
Typical range
$80,090–$134,550
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NJ
3,370
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 Paterson?

The closest are American Institute-Clifton (Clifton, 3 mi), Bergen Community College (Paramus, 5 mi), and Eastern International College-Jersey City (Jersey City, 14 mi). In total, 14 schools within 30 miles teach diagnostic medical sonography.

How much do diagnostic medical sonography programs near Paterson cost?

For the 13 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $8,257 to $48,150. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do sonographers make near Paterson?

Across New Jersey, the median pay is $103,150 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 Paterson?

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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