Massage therapy schools in Chicago, IL
7 schools within 30 miles of Chicago, IL offer massage therapy programs, and 2 are in Chicago itself. Massage therapists in Illinois earn a median $60,490 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 7
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in IL
- $60,490
7 massage therapy schools within 30 mi of Chicago, IL
School results
Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
Chicago, IL · 4.2 mi · Private
- Massage therapy
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 13 mi · Public
- Massage therapy
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
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What massage therapists earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in IllinoisHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $60,490
- $29.08 an hour
- Typical range
- $33,770–$82,910
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 4,950
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 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 massage therapy schools to Chicago?
The closest are Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy (Chicago, 4 mi), Pacific College of Health and Science (Chicago, 5 mi), and Moraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, 13 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach massage therapy.
How much do massage therapy programs near Chicago cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $21,965. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do massage therapists make near Chicago?
Across Illinois, the median pay is $60,490 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in Chicago?
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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