Auto body schools in Alabama

Looking for auto body & collision repair schools in Alabama? There are 5, including 5 public colleges. Auto body technicians in Alabama earn a median $52,040 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in AL
$52,040

5 auto body & collision repair schools

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  1. Gadsden State Community College

    Gadsden, AL · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +18

  2. George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

    Hanceville, AL · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +22

  3. H. Councill Trenholm State Community College

    Montgomery, AL · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

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  5. J F Ingram State Technical College

    Deatsville, AL · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  6. Lawson State Community College - Birmingham

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +16

What auto body technicians earn in Alabama

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

Auto body technician salary in AlabamaHow to become an auto body technician

Median pay
$52,040
$25.02 an hour
Typical range
$33,060–$72,880
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
1,810
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.7%
12,600 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 auto body & collision repair schools are in Alabama?

We list 5 schools in Alabama with auto body & collision repair programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in Hanceville, Gadsden, Montgomery, Deatsville, and Birmingham.

Are there community college auto body & collision repair programs in Alabama?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Alabama offer auto body & collision repair. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does auto body & collision repair school cost in Alabama?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,515 to $13,170. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do auto body technicians make in Alabama?

The median pay for auto body technicians in Alabama is $52,040 a year, and most earn between $33,060 and $72,880, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a auto body & collision repair school in Alabama?

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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