West Virginia Northern Community College Wheeling, West Virginia

West Virginia Northern Community College’s Surgical Technology program is a comprehensive Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as a surgical technologist. This limited-enrollment program emphasizes hands-on training and requires a dedicated application process, including an Allied Health Application. Early application is encouraged due to the competitive nature of admissions. The program seeks students with a strong academic record, preferring a GPA of 2.5 or higher, but will consider applications with a GPA between 2.0 and 2.49 if space is available. Admitted students must confirm their spot with a deposit and complete a background check, drug screening, and physical examination. Throughout the program, maintaining a minimum grade of ‘C’ in all courses is essential for progression and graduation. Graduates will be well-prepared to assist surgeons and other medical professionals in the operating room, playing a vital role in patient care.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at West Virginia Northern Community College 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.