Surgical tech schools in Louisiana

We found 10 schools offering surgical technologist training in Louisiana, with campuses in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Monroe, and Shreveport and more. Surgical technologists in Louisiana earn a median $57,370 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
7
Median pay in LA
$57,370

10 surgical technologist schools

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  1. Baton Rouge Community College

    Baton Rouge, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  2. Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  3. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

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  5. Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  6. Fortis College - Baton Rouge

    Baton Rouge, LA · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +4

  7. Herzing University-New Orleans

    Metairie, LA · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +2

  8. Louisiana State University-Eunice

    Eunice, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +4

  9. Miller-Motte College-McCann-Monroe

    Monroe, LA · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • CDL & truck driving
    • Medical assistant
    • +1

  10. Southern University at Shreveport

    Shreveport, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Phlebotomy
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

  11. Sowela Technical Community College

    Lake Charles, LA · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +12

What surgical technologists earn in Louisiana

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

Surgical technologist salary in LouisianaHow to become a surgical technologist

Median pay
$57,370
$27.58 an hour
Typical range
$36,580–$74,650
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in LA
2,230
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 Louisiana?

We list 10 schools in Louisiana with surgical technologist programs: 7 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Monroe, Shreveport, and Lake Charles.

Are there community college surgical technologist programs in Louisiana?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,525 to $25,781. 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 Louisiana?

The median pay for surgical technologists in Louisiana is $57,370 a year, and most earn between $36,580 and $74,650, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a surgical technologist school in Louisiana?

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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