Aviation maintenance schools in Illinois

We found 5 schools offering aviation maintenance training in Illinois, with campuses in Chicago, Belleville, Springfield, and Rockford and more. Aircraft mechanics in Illinois earn a median $81,680 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
4
Median pay in IL
$81,680

5 aviation maintenance schools

School results

  1. Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Chicago

    Chicago, IL · Private

    • Aviation maintenance

  2. City Colleges of Chicago - Olive-Harvey College

    Chicago, IL · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +3

  3. Lincoln Land Community College

    Springfield, IL · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +20

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  5. Rock Valley College

    Rockford, IL · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +13

  6. Southwestern Illinois College

    Belleville, IL · Public

    • Aviation maintenance
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

What aircraft mechanics earn in Illinois

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

Aircraft mechanic salary in IllinoisHow to become an aircraft mechanic

Median pay
$81,680
$39.27 an hour
Typical range
$46,460–$130,950
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
3,370
Job growth, 2025–35
+5.4%
11,400 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 aviation maintenance schools are in Illinois?

We list 5 schools in Illinois with aviation maintenance programs: 4 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Chicago, Belleville, Springfield, and Rockford.

Are there community college aviation maintenance programs in Illinois?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Illinois offer aviation maintenance. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does aviation maintenance school cost in Illinois?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,299 to $27,347. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do aircraft mechanics make in Illinois?

The median pay for aircraft mechanics in Illinois is $81,680 a year, and most earn between $46,460 and $130,950, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a aviation maintenance 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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