Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies at Illinois Central College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Illinois Central College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Illinois Central College graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all vehicle maintenance and repair technologies associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies associates's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (39 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Central College | $58,122 | $55,178 | — | — |
| Parkland College | $51,093 | $49,676 | $7,000 | 0.14 |
| Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park | $37,089 | $39,110 | $19,016 | 0.51 |
| National Median | $42,896 | — | $12,000 | 0.28 |
Other Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkland College Champaign | $4,284 | $51,093 | $7,000 |
| Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park Melrose Park | — | $37,089 | $19,016 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Illinois Central College, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.