Carpentry schools in Illinois
Looking for carpentry schools in Illinois? There are 6, including 6 public colleges. Carpenters in Illinois earn a median $79,000 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in IL
- $79,000
- Cities with schools
- 3
6 carpentry schools
School results
City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Carpentry
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
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Carpentry schools by city
- Naperville (3 within 30 mi)
- Schaumburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Highland Park (3 within 30 mi)
What carpenters earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $79,000
- $37.98 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,890–$117,660
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 19,570
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +3.9%
- 62,800 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 carpentry schools are in Illinois?
We list 6 schools in Illinois with carpentry programs: 6 public colleges. Campuses are in Chicago, Belleville, River Grove, Sugar Grove, and Centralia.
Are there community college carpentry programs in Illinois?
Yes. 6 public colleges in Illinois offer carpentry. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does carpentry school cost in Illinois?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,138 to $11,442. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do carpenters make in Illinois?
The median pay for carpenters in Illinois is $79,000 a year, and most earn between $39,890 and $117,660, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a carpentry 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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Carpentry schools in other states
- Oklahoma (23)
- Georgia (18)
- Kansas (15)
- Minnesota (15)
- North Carolina (13)
- Wisconsin (13)
- Iowa (12)
- Pennsylvania (12)
- California (10)
- Florida (10)
- Kentucky (10)
- Arizona (8)
- Utah (7)
- Washington (6)
- Michigan (5)
- Mississippi (5)