Sonography schools in Suffolk, VA

3 schools within 30 miles of Suffolk, VA offer diagnostic medical sonography programs, and the closest is Tidewater Community College in Norfolk, 22 miles away. Sonographers in Virginia earn a median $95,660 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
22 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in VA
$95,660

3 diagnostic medical sonography schools within 30 mi of Suffolk, VA

School results

  1. Tidewater Community College

    Norfolk, VA · 22 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  2. Riverside College of Health Careers

    Newport News, VA · 25 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Surgical technologist
    • +2

  3. ECPI University

    Virginia Beach, VA · 27 mi · Private

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +11

What sonographers earn in Virginia

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

Sonographer salary in VirginiaHow to become a sonographer

Median pay
$95,660
$45.99 an hour
Typical range
$77,540–$122,930
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in VA
2,160
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 Suffolk?

The closest are Tidewater Community College (Norfolk, 22 mi), Riverside College of Health Careers (Newport News, 25 mi), and ECPI University (Virginia Beach, 27 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach diagnostic medical sonography.

How much do diagnostic medical sonography programs near Suffolk cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $11,762 to $22,965. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do sonographers make near Suffolk?

Across Virginia, the median pay is $95,660 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 Suffolk?

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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