Surgical Technology at Vernon College
If you plan to study Surgical Technology, take a look at what Vernon College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Vernon College sits in Vernon, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 14 surgical technology degrees were awarded at Vernon College.
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Online Class Availability at Vernon College
Online coursework is an option at Vernon College. Among 2,299 students, 724 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 836 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Surgical Technology Rankings at Vernon College
Use these rankings to compare Vernon College’s Surgical Technology program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #12 of 38 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #18 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #20 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 39 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #152 of 425 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #153 of 265 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Surgical Technology graduates at Vernon College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Surgical Technology graduates at Vernon College are 86% women (12) and 14% men (2).
Surgical Technology Associate’s Program at Vernon College
Of the 14 associate’s surgical technology graduates at Vernon College, 86% were women (12) and 14% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Surgical Technology associate’s degree recipients at Vernon College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Surgical Technology associate’s degree recipients at Vernon College, below the national average of 51%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Surgical Technology Graduates
Those who complete Surgical Technology program at Vernon College go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Surgical Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Surgical Assistants | $141,004 |
| Surgical Technologists | $73,045 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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