Surgical tech schools in New Brunswick, NJ

4 schools within 30 miles of New Brunswick, NJ offer surgical technologist programs, and the closest is American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education in Piscataway, 5 miles away. Surgical technologists in New Jersey earn a median $77,200 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
4
Closest
5 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in NJ
$77,200

4 surgical technologist schools within 30 mi of New Brunswick, NJ

School results

  1. American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education

    Piscataway, NJ · 5.2 mi · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +4

  2. MCI Institute of NJ

    Ocean, NJ · 26 mi · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography

  3. CUNY Kingsborough Community College

    Brooklyn, NY · 27 mi · Public

    • Surgical technologist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Motorcycle & small engine repair
    • +2

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  5. Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences

    New York, NY · 30 mi · Private

    • Surgical technologist
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

What surgical technologists earn in New Jersey

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

Surgical technologist salary in New JerseyHow to become a surgical technologist

Median pay
$77,200
$37.12 an hour
Typical range
$48,270–$100,490
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NJ
2,780
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

What are the closest surgical technologist schools to New Brunswick?

The closest are American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education (Piscataway, 5 mi), MCI Institute of NJ (Ocean, 26 mi), and CUNY Kingsborough Community College (Brooklyn, 27 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach surgical technologist.

How much do surgical technologist programs near New Brunswick cost?

For the 2 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,606 to $29,688. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do surgical technologists make near New Brunswick?

Across New Jersey, the median pay is $77,200 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a surgical technologist school in New Brunswick?

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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