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Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois
Springfield, Illinois · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 2731 Farmers Market Road, Springfield, IL 62707 · Phone: (217) 527-8324 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois is a private for-profit trade school in Springfield, IL offering welding, medical assistant, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois has a 69.0% completion rate, above the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $33,601 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois is reported at $33,634; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants is available, and 65.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Dental assistants | $37,360 | $48,610 | $56,860 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Massage therapists | $33,770 | $60,490 | $77,550 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 189 | $28,998 | $28,157 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 165 | $22,746 | $22,350 | $9,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 161 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 148 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 81 | $20,714 | $21,020 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $26,589 | $23,207 | $9,500 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 32 | $30,388 | $28,998 | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $20,548 | $16,549 | $7,521 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $15,720 | $15,398 | $11,450 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Springfield, IL, in a midsize city setting. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their training. The campus offers 9 program families, with the top programs being welding schools, medical assistant programs, and phlebotomy classes, along with other offerings like CNA classes, dental assistant, medical billing and coding, CDL training, massage therapy, and cosmetology.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 69.0%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,601. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $33,634, and 65.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students are enrolled here.
This school may suit adults and career changers interested in hands-on, short-to-mid-length programs in healthcare support, skilled trades, and transportation fields, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois offers 9 program families, with the top programs being welding schools, medical assistant programs, and phlebotomy classes. Other offerings include CNA classes, dental assistant schools, medical billing and coding, CDL training, massage therapy, and cosmetology.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 69.0%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,601, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $33,634.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition rates, funding sources, and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (217) 527-8324 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and check federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437556).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of healthcare support, skilled trade, and transportation programs may suit adults seeking hands-on career training, but specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data, so contacting the school is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (217) 527-8324 or visit https://www.midwesttech.edu/ for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois by phone at (217) 527-8324 or through its website at https://www.midwesttech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437556 for comparisons.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.