Surgical Technology Admission Information
Welcome, future surgical technologist! Let’s dive into our program’s admission requirements and get you on the path to accomplishing your career goals.
The Scoop on Information Sessions
Before you apply to the program, you'll need to attend an information session. It’s a great opportunity to meet faculty and staff, ask important questions, and learn more about what the program has to offer. All current information sessions are held in person at San Jacinto College Central Campus, 8060 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena, TX 77505 (Building 11; room may vary). We hope to see you there! Registration is not required.
| Session type | Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-person | Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Thursday, March 27, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Thursday, April 17, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
| In-person | Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 1 p.m. | C-building 11. room 1021 |
Operating Room Ready
Admission Success Scorecard
Our admissions scoring rubric is a handy tool to help you keep track of your points while applying for our program. The minimum total score to apply is 14, however achieving the minimum score does not guarantee acceptance. Print and fill out the form below to help you stay on track.
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Program Costs
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|
Tuition (in-district) 14 semester credit hours (SCH) |
$1,162 |
|
Books |
$600* |
|
Subtotal |
$1,762 |
*The books are estimated costs as many courses have free or reduced-cost textbook options.
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|
Tuition (in-district) 14 semester credit hours (SCH) |
$1,162 |
|
Books |
$600* |
|
Subtotal |
$1,762 |
*The books are estimated costs as many courses have free or reduced-cost textbook options.
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|
CPR Training |
$95 |
|
Background check, drug screen, and clinical document tracker |
$88 |
|
Physical Exam/Immunizations/Titers |
$700* |
|
Subtotal |
$883 |
*This is an estimated cost and based on fee-for-service for all requirements.
Semester One
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|
Tuition (in-district) – 15 SCH |
$1,245 |
|
Books |
$545* |
|
Trajecsys (scheduling and documentation platform) |
$100 |
|
Uniform (scrubs, lab coat, misc.) |
$105 |
|
Subtotal |
$1,995 |
*The books are estimated costs as many courses have free or reduced-cost textbook options.
Semester Two
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|
Tuition (in-district) – 15 SCH |
$1,245 |
|
Books |
$115* |
|
Subtotal |
$1,360 |
*The books are estimated costs as many courses have free or reduced-cost textbook options.
Semester Three
|
Item |
Estimated Cost |
|
Tuition (in-district) – 16 SCH |
$1,328 |
|
Books |
$43* |
|
National Exam - included |
$0 |
|
Subtotal |
$1,371 |
*The books are estimated costs as many courses have free or reduced-cost textbook options.
Estimated Program Cost, including pre-requisite semester : $7,371
Estimated Program Cost, excluding pre-requisite semester : $5,609
Notes :
- Out-of-district tuition rate is $144/SCH and out-of-state is $223/SCH . All inclusive: no additional college fees.
- Other costs may include clinical site parking, depending upon the site.
Our Goal is Your Success
We take pride in helping you achieve your career dreams! Check out the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam pass rates for San Jac.
|
Dates |
CST Exam Pass Rates |
|
8/1/2019 through 7/31/20 |
94% |
|
8/1/2018 through 7/31/19 |
84% |
|
8/1/2017 through 7/31/18 |
92% |
