Northern Michigan University Marquette, Michigan

Northern Michigan University’s Surgical Technology program offers a comprehensive education designed to prepare students for successful careers as surgical technologists. The program blends theoretical knowledge with extensive practical experience in a simulated operating room environment, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to assist surgeons and other members of the surgical team. Accredited by ARC/STSA, the curriculum emphasizes the development of critical skills, ethical considerations, and a strong “surgical conscience.” Students learn to manage surgical instruments, maintain sterile environments, and anticipate the needs of the surgical team. The program’s goal is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional values necessary to excel in the operating room and contribute to patient safety. Graduates will also have developed effective communication skills for interacting with team members and patients, making them valuable assets in various healthcare settings, primarily hospitals.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Northern Michigan University on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.