Auto body schools in Minnesota

Looking for auto body & collision repair schools in Minnesota? There are 10, including 9 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Auto body technicians in Minnesota earn a median $60,970 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
9
Median pay in MN
$60,970
Cities with schools
5

10 auto body & collision repair schools

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  1. Century College

    White Bear Lake, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

  2. Dakota County Technical College

    Rosemount, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  3. Dunwoody College of Technology

    Minneapolis, MN · Private

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +7

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  5. Hennepin Technical College

    Brooklyn Park, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +20

  6. Lake Superior College

    Duluth, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +20

  7. Minnesota State College Southeast

    Winona, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +16

  8. Northland Community & Technical College

    Thief River Falls, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  9. Ridgewater College

    Willmar, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +19

  10. South Central College

    North Mankato, MN · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +12

  11. St. Cloud Technical & Community College

    Saint Cloud, MN · Public

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

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What auto body technicians earn in Minnesota

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

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

Median pay
$60,970
$29.31 an hour
Typical range
$41,500–$92,900
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MN
2,910
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 Minnesota?

We list 10 schools in Minnesota with auto body & collision repair programs: 9 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in White Bear Lake, Saint Cloud, Rosemount, Minneapolis, and Brooklyn Park.

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

Yes. 9 public colleges in Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,082 to $26,939. 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 Minnesota?

The median pay for auto body technicians in Minnesota is $60,970 a year, and most earn between $41,500 and $92,900, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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