Surgical tech schools in Illinois

We found 19 schools offering surgical technologist training in Illinois, with campuses in Chicago, Rockford, Moline, and Glen Ellyn and more. Surgical technologists in Illinois earn a median $64,650 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
19
Public colleges
15
Median pay in IL
$64,650
Cities with schools
11

19 surgical technologist schools

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  1. Black Hawk College

    Moline, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +11

  2. City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College

    Chicago, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +11

  3. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

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  5. College of Lake County

    Grayslake, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21

  6. Elgin Community College

    Elgin, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +19

  7. Illinois Central College

    East Peoria, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +21

  8. John A Logan College

    Carterville, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +19

  9. John Wood Community College

    Quincy, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +15

  10. Lincoln Land Community College

    Springfield, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +20

  11. Midwestern Career College

    Chicago, IL · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +3

  12. Parkland College

    Champaign, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  13. Prairie State College

    Chicago Heights, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  14. Rasmussen University-Illinois

    Rockford, IL · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +3

  15. Richland Community College

    Decatur, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  16. Shawnee Community College

    Ullin, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +13

  17. Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

    Rockford, IL · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8

  18. Stellar Career College

    Chicago, IL · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +1

  19. Triton College

    River Grove, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +18

  20. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20

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What surgical technologists earn in Illinois

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

Surgical technologist salary in IllinoisHow to become a surgical technologist

Median pay
$64,650
$31.08 an hour
Typical range
$48,560–$91,890
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
3,570
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 Illinois?

We list 19 schools in Illinois with surgical technologist programs: 15 public colleges and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Chicago, Rockford, Moline, Glen Ellyn, and Grayslake.

Are there community college surgical technologist programs in Illinois?

Yes. 15 public colleges in Illinois 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 Illinois?

Among the 19 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,741 to $25,959. 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 Illinois?

The median pay for surgical technologists in Illinois is $64,650 a year, and most earn between $48,560 and $91,890, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a surgical technologist school in Illinois?

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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