Massage therapy schools in Edwardsville, IL
4 schools within 30 miles of Edwardsville, IL offer massage therapy programs, and the closest is Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville, 19 miles away. Massage therapists in Illinois earn a median $60,490 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 19 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in IL
- $60,490
4 massage therapy schools within 30 mi of Edwardsville, IL
School results
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL · 19 mi · Public
- Massage therapy
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
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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 Edwardsville?
The closest are Southwestern Illinois College (Belleville, 19 mi), St. Louis Med Tech (Saint Louis, 25 mi), and Healing Arts Center (Saint Louis, 25 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach massage therapy.
How much do massage therapy programs near Edwardsville cost?
For the 2 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $10,427 to $18,509. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do massage therapists make near Edwardsville?
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 Edwardsville?
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.
Massage therapy schools in nearby cities
- St. Louis, MO (17 mi)
- Belleville (19 mi)
- Ballwin, MO (33 mi)
- O'Fallon, MO (39 mi)