Massage therapy schools in Elgin, IL

8 schools within 30 miles of Elgin, IL offer massage therapy programs, and one is in Elgin itself. Massage therapists in Illinois earn a median $60,490 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
8
Closest
1 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in IL
$60,490

8 massage therapy schools within 30 mi of Elgin, IL

School results

  1. Elgin Community College

    Elgin, IL · 1.5 mi · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +19
  2. First Institute of Travel, Inc.

    Crystal Lake, IL · 12 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
  3. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 13 mi · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20
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  5. Waubonsee Community College

    Sugar Grove, IL · 18 mi · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13
  6. Universal Spa Training Academy

    Downers Grove, IL · 24 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Esthetician
  7. College of Lake County

    Grayslake, IL · 27 mi · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21
  8. Kishwaukee College

    Malta, IL · 29 mi · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10
  9. Estelle Medical Academy

    Skokie, IL · 30 mi · Private

    • Massage therapy

What massage therapists earn in Illinois

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

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 Elgin?

The closest are Elgin Community College (Elgin, 1 mi), First Institute of Travel, Inc. (Crystal Lake, 12 mi), and William Rainey Harper College (Palatine, 13 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach massage therapy.

How much do massage therapy programs near Elgin cost?

For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,574 to $21,965. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do massage therapists make near Elgin?

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 Elgin?

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.