Auto body schools in Pennsylvania

Looking for auto body & collision repair schools in Pennsylvania? There are 9, including 5 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 3 private career schools. Auto body technicians in Pennsylvania earn a median $53,660 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
5
Median pay in PA
$53,660
Cities with schools
4

9 auto body & collision repair schools

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  1. Automotive Training Center-Exton

    Exton, PA · Private

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

  2. Automotive Training Center-Warminster

    Warminster, PA · Private

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

  3. Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology

    Pleasant Gap, PA · Public

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

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  5. Lehigh Career & Technical Institute

    Schnecksville, PA · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Carpentry
    • CNC machining
    • +4

  6. Pennco Tech - Bristol

    Bristol, PA · Private

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

  7. Pennsylvania College of Technology

    Williamsport, PA · Public

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

  8. Rosedale Technical College

    Pittsburgh, PA · Private

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +5

  9. Somerset County Technology Center

    Somerset, PA · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +5

  10. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

    Lancaster, PA · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +10

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What auto body technicians earn in Pennsylvania

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

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

Median pay
$53,660
$25.80 an hour
Typical range
$34,840–$78,310
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
6,650
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 Pennsylvania?

We list 9 schools in Pennsylvania with auto body & collision repair programs: 5 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Bristol, Lancaster, Exton, Warminster, and Pleasant Gap.

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

Yes. 5 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,857 to $25,110. 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 Pennsylvania?

The median pay for auto body technicians in Pennsylvania is $53,660 a year, and most earn between $34,840 and $78,310, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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