Auto mechanic schools in Elgin, IL
10 schools within 30 miles of Elgin, IL offer automotive technician programs, and one is in Elgin itself. Auto mechanics in Illinois earn a median $49,170 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 10
- Closest
- 1 mi
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in IL
- $49,170
10 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Elgin, IL
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Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL · 18 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +13
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Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc
Lisle, IL · 20 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +1
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 27 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- Welding
- +2
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL · 27 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL · 29 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +10
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
What are the closest automotive technician schools to Elgin?
The closest are Elgin Community College (Elgin, 1 mi), McHenry County College (Crystal Lake, 15 mi), and Waubonsee Community College (Sugar Grove, 18 mi). In total, 10 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.
How much do automotive technician programs near Elgin cost?
For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,138 to $27,060. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do auto mechanics make near Elgin?
Across Illinois, the median pay is $49,170 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in Elgin?
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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