Fall 2026 Surgical Technology Admissions

Priority Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the program is full.
Application Inquiries: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu 
Checklist: Download the Application Checklist >


Attend a Mandatory Information Session

Attendance at a Surgical Technology Information Session (between August 2025 - May 2026) is required before applying to the Surgical Technology program to learn about admission requirements, curriculum, clinical experiences, and the application process.

Location: Virtual (Zoom) & In-Person (Danvers Campus). Check each date for the specific location.
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Attendance: Sessions begin promptly at the scheduled time. Late arrivals (5+ minutes) will not be admitted and must attend a future session. Attendance will be recorded.

 

All information sessions for Fall 2026 admissions have concluded. 

 

Fall 2027 information session dates will be posted in August. 

 


Take the ATI TEAS Exam

Exam Requirements:

  • Preferred that TEAS are taken at ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº (online TEAS exams not accepted)
  • Exams taken in testing locations other than ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº must adhere to the proctoring requirements with a secured browser. 
  • ATI TEAS Version 7 required
  • Max 3 attempts per academic year (Sept 1 - Aug 31) regardless of the testing site and program to which they are applying.
  • Tests from other locations require an official transcript from ATI ()

Minimum TEAS Scores

Reading: No Minimum |  Math: No Minimum | Science: 50% |  English: No Minimum

TEAS Exam Exemption

  • If you hold a Bachelor of Science degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education AND completed both Anatomy & Physiology I and II with a C grade or better within the last 10 years, the TEAS requirement is waived.

For information or concerns about the ATI TEAS Exam, please contact TEAS@northshore.edu.

 


Complete the Application

Submit the Selective Admissions Application regardless of whether you are a new or current student. 

Required Documents

  • Completed application
  • Essay 
  • TEAS scores 
  • Other supporting materials (see below)

Write & Submit Your Essay

A word-processed essay, written in the English language, must be attached for the year in which you are applying. The essay must answer all questions. 

Prompt: Why you would like to pursue a Surgical Technology career? 

  • What qualities do you feel would make you a good candidate for our program.

 


Submit all previous College/University Transcripts

All official transcripts from previous colleges/universities must be sent directly to ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº. If you’ve already submitted transcripts, you must send updated ones if you’ve completed additional coursework.

How to Submit

May be sent from your College(s) to ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº: 

1. Email: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu 

2. Mail:
    ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº Admissions Office
    1 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA 01923

 


Demonstrate Proficiency

Upload documentation to your application. Communications & Mathematics Proficiency can be demonstrated in multiple ways:

  • SAT scores
  • Accuplacer tests
  • High school GPA
  • College coursework

More on Communications Proficiency >
More on Math Proficiency >

 


Submit High School Transcript or GED

Upload your high school transcript or GED score report. If you submitted this within the last 5 years, confirm with SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu.

 


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Accreditation

ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. ÄÛ²ÝÓ°Ôº is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

The Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the upon the recommendation of the .

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
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