Auto mechanic schools in Philadelphia, PA

11 schools within 30 miles of Philadelphia, PA offer automotive technician programs, and 3 are in Philadelphia itself. Auto mechanics in Pennsylvania earn a median $49,800 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
11
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in PA
$49,800

11 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Philadelphia, PA

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  1. Community College of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · 3.7 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +10

  2. Philadelphia Technician Training

    Philadelphia, PA · 4.3 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Plumbing
    • Carpentry
    • +3

  3. Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · 7.6 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician

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  5. Automotive Training Center-Warminster

    Warminster, PA · 14 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Auto body & collision repair
    • +1

  6. Delaware County Community College

    Media, PA · 14 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  7. Pennco Tech-Blackwood

    Blackwood, NJ · 14 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

  8. Pennco Tech - Bristol

    Bristol, PA · 15 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

  9. Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus

    Sewell, NJ · 16 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +2

  10. Camden County College

    Blackwood, NJ · 16 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • CNC machining
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +13

  11. Automotive Training Center-Exton

    Exton, PA · 27 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Auto body & collision repair

  12. Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc

    Exton, PA · 29 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic

What auto mechanics earn in Pennsylvania

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Auto mechanic salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become an auto mechanic

Median pay
$49,800
$23.94 an hour
Typical range
$35,600–$77,630
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
29,400
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 Philadelphia?

The closest are Community College of Philadelphia (Philadelphia, 4 mi), Philadelphia Technician Training (Philadelphia, 4 mi), and Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia (Philadelphia, 8 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Philadelphia cost?

For the 11 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,996 to $26,659. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Philadelphia?

Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $49,800 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 Philadelphia?

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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