Auto mechanic schools in Illinois
We found 38 schools offering automotive technician training in Illinois, with campuses in Chicago, Moline, Glen Ellyn, and Grayslake and more. Auto mechanics in Illinois earn a median $49,170 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 38
- Public colleges
- 36
- Median pay in IL
- $49,170
- Cities with schools
- 14
24 automotive technician schools
School results
City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
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City Colleges of Chicago - Olive-Harvey College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- CDL & truck driving
- +3
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Cosmetology
- IT support & networking
- +3
Highland Community College - Illinois
Freeport, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +11
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +14
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +10
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · Private
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- Welding
- +2
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
Auto mechanic schools by city
- Chicago (11 within 30 mi)
- Aurora (10 within 30 mi)
- Joliet (7 within 30 mi)
- Rockford (3 within 30 mi)
- Elgin (10 within 30 mi)
- Waukegan (4 within 30 mi)
- Arlington Heights (12 within 30 mi)
- Orland Park (11 within 30 mi)
- Lombard (13 within 30 mi)
- DeKalb (5 within 30 mi)
- O'Fallon (3 within 30 mi)
- McHenry (5 within 30 mi)
- Woodstock (4 within 30 mi)
- Godfrey (3 within 30 mi)
What auto mechanics earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in IllinoisHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $49,170
- $23.64 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,190–$91,200
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 29,510
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +5%
- 66,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many automotive technician schools are in Illinois?
We list 38 schools in Illinois with automotive technician programs: 36 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Chicago, Moline, Glen Ellyn, Grayslake, and Melrose Park.
Are there community college automotive technician programs in Illinois?
Yes. 36 public colleges in Illinois offer automotive technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does automotive technician school cost in Illinois?
Among the 37 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,672 to $27,060. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do auto mechanics make in Illinois?
The median pay for auto mechanics in Illinois is $49,170 a year, and most earn between $34,190 and $91,200, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in Illinois?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Auto mechanic schools in other states
- California (83)
- Florida (52)
- Texas (47)
- North Carolina (41)
- Oklahoma (29)
- Pennsylvania (25)
- Michigan (24)
- Tennessee (24)
- Georgia (23)
- Minnesota (20)
- Washington (20)
- Kansas (19)
- Arkansas (18)
- Colorado (18)
- Ohio (17)
- Wisconsin (16)