CNC machining schools in Reading, PA
4 schools within 30 miles of Reading, PA offer CNC machining programs, and the closest is Berks Career & Technology Center in Leesport, 5 miles away. Machinists in Pennsylvania earn a median $57,810 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in PA
- $57,810
4 CNC machining schools within 30 mi of Reading, PA
School results
Berks Career & Technology Center
Leesport, PA · 5.2 mi · Public
- CNC machining
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +5
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA · 28 mi · Public
- CNC machining
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +12
Lehigh Career & Technical Institute
Schnecksville, PA · 28 mi · Public
- CNC machining
- Carpentry
- Automotive technician
- +4
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Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Lancaster, PA · 28 mi · Public
- CNC machining
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +10
What machinists earn in Pennsylvania
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $57,810
- $27.79 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,620–$77,090
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PA
- 12,380
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +1%
- 26,100 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
What are the closest CNC machining schools to Reading?
The closest are Berks Career & Technology Center (Leesport, 5 mi), Lehigh Carbon Community College (Schnecksville, 28 mi), and Lehigh Career & Technical Institute (Schnecksville, 28 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach CNC machining.
How much do CNC machining programs near Reading cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,203 to $23,735. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do machinists make near Reading?
Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $57,810 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a CNC machining school in Reading?
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.
CNC machining schools in nearby cities
- Schnecksville (28 mi)
- Wilmington, DE (47 mi)
- Philadelphia (48 mi)
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