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Mechanic & Repair Technologies in Illinois

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Schools in Illinois

5,339 Mechanic & Repair Technologies students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

A Mechanic & Repair Technologies major is the 3rd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Mechanic & Repair Technologies Majors in Illinois

Mechanic & Repair Technologies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2,832
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,759
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,759
Associate Degree 748

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a mechanic & repair technologies major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of mechanic & repair technologies majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 8.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 31.1%
  • White: 52.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.3%
  • Other Races: 6.1%
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Jobs for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Grads in Illinois

138,810 people in the state and 3,905,560 in the nation are employed in jobs related to mechanic & repair technologies.

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Wages for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Jobs in Illinois

In this state, mechanic & repair technologies grads earn an average of $51,080. Nationwide, they make an average of $46,460.

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Most Popular Mechanic & Repair Technologies Programs in IL

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer mechanic & repair technologies degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Universal Technical Institute - Illinois

Lisle
488 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,331 Total Students

94% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,572 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,078.

#2

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills
429 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,578 Total Students

In their early career, MVCC grads earn an average salary of $33,150. 54% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $1,610.

#3

College of Lake County

Grayslake
330 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,117 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 25% are considered full time. A typical student attending College of Lake County will pay a net price of $6,235.

#4

Joliet Junior College

Joliet
325 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,551 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $3,695. The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#5

Rock Valley College

Rockford
208 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,494 Total Students

The 4.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending Rock Valley College will pay a net price of $7,447. 35% of the teachers are full time.

#6

Rend Lake College

Ina
185 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,002 Total Students

The 8.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

#7

Lincoln Land Community College

Springfield
184 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,840 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 3.40% which is lower than average. 81% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#8

ETI School of Skilled Trades

Willowbrook
179 Degrees in Major Awarded
406 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 24 to 1. The student loan default rate is 1.60% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $43,814 after graduation.

#9

Elgin Community College

Elgin
169 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,050 Total Students

A typical student attending ECC will pay a net price of $3,628. 28% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $36,541 a year.

#10

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville
126 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,213 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 27%. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The student loan default rate is 5.40% which is lower than average.

Mechanic & Repair Technologies Careers in IL

Some of the careers mechanic & repair technologies majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers 13% $52,530
Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers 13% $57,660
Millwrights 12% $67,560
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairs 12% $49,530
Elevator Installers and Repairers 11% $100,970
Industrial Machinery Mechanics 10% $54,930
Bus and Truck Mechanics 9% $52,190
Machinery Maintenance Workers 9% $53,270
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics 9% $60,470
Rail Car Repairers 8% $52,240
Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engine Mechanics 8% $32,660
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers 7% $45,090
Mechanic, and Repairer Supervisors 7% $67,790
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians 5% $63,970
Industrial Equipment Electrical and Electronics Repairers 4% $58,000
Automotive Body Repairers 4% $45,170
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 4% $42,970
Transportation Equipment Painters 4% $45,660
Electric Motor, and Power Tool Repairers 4% $82,960
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers 3% $0
Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers 3% $37,340
Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers 3% $37,060
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 2% $38,500
Motorcycle Mechanics 0% $37,620
Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers 0% $66,330
Radio Operators 0% $0
Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians -2% $34,650
Home Appliance Repairers -4% $41,390
Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers -4% $56,460
Jewelers, Precious Stone and Metal Workers -4% $33,700
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners -7% $42,410
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers -8% $51,230
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers -9% $60,070
Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers -10% $50,610
Timing Device Assemblers and Adjusters -14% $0
Engine and Machine Assemblers -19% $38,930

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to mechanic & repair technologies.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Personal & Culinary Services 4,725
Precision Production 2,199
Transportation & Materials Moving 932
Construction Trades 900

View all majors related to Mechanic & Repair Technologies

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