Sonography schools in Elgin, IL

3 schools within 30 miles of Elgin, IL offer diagnostic medical sonography programs, and the closest is William Rainey Harper College in Palatine, 13 miles away. Sonographers in Illinois earn a median $100,660 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
13 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in IL
$100,660

3 diagnostic medical sonography schools within 30 mi of Elgin, IL

School results

  1. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 13 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20
  2. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 19 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23
  3. Triton College

    River Grove, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +18

What sonographers earn in Illinois

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

Median pay
$100,660
$48.40 an hour
Typical range
$78,350–$122,680
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
3,270
Job growth, 2025–35
+13.9%
6,000 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 diagnostic medical sonography schools to Elgin?

The closest are William Rainey Harper College (Palatine, 13 mi), College of DuPage (Glen Ellyn, 19 mi), and Triton College (River Grove, 26 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach diagnostic medical sonography.

How much do diagnostic medical sonography programs near Elgin cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,138 to $11,607. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do sonographers make near Elgin?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $100,660 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a diagnostic medical sonography 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.