Surgical tech schools in Colorado

Looking for surgical technologist schools in Colorado? There are 8, including 6 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Surgical technologists in Colorado earn a median $75,740 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
6
Median pay in CO
$75,740
Cities with schools
4

8 surgical technologist schools

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  1. Aims Community College

    Greeley, CO · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +16

  2. Colorado Mesa University

    Grand Junction, CO · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  3. Community College of Denver

    Denver, CO · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +9

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  5. Concorde Career College - Aurora

    Aurora, CO · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +4

  6. Front Range Community College

    Westminster, CO · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18

  7. Pikes Peak State College

    Colorado Springs, CO · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  8. Pima Medical Institute - Denver

    Denver, CO · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +7

  9. Pueblo Community College

    Pueblo, CO · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +20

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What surgical technologists earn in Colorado

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

Surgical technologist salary in ColoradoHow to become a surgical technologist

Median pay
$75,740
$36.41 an hour
Typical range
$51,040–$92,580
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CO
2,100
Job growth, 2025–35
+5%
7,100 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

How many surgical technologist schools are in Colorado?

We list 8 schools in Colorado with surgical technologist programs: 6 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Denver, Greeley, Grand Junction, Aurora, and Westminster.

Are there community college surgical technologist programs in Colorado?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Colorado offer surgical technologist. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does surgical technologist school cost in Colorado?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,007 to $22,034. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do surgical technologists make in Colorado?

The median pay for surgical technologists in Colorado is $75,740 a year, and most earn between $51,040 and $92,580, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a surgical technologist school in Colorado?

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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