C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
60/100 · earnings-weighted

Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Springfield, Illinois 62707
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 74%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C+
57/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,128
Total Enrollment
74%
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$33,601
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$30,633
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
69%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
65.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 51st percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Precision Metal Working$31,630$47,321-3%#200 of 365#251$9,500
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians$31,905$45,679+1%#32 of 58#43$9,500
Ground Transportation$36,234$40,840-22%#89 of 103#96$6,333
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$34,080$40,547-24%#142 of 152#146$9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services$24,993$34,048-4%#325 of 496#362$9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$25,826$31,629-8%#495 of 637#527$9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$22,815$29,448-13%#288 of 332#299$9,500
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$23,708$23,972-19%#173 of 199#180$7,521
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$15,576$23,066-12%#732 of 1025#797$11,450

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $238,751
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,035/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 62703 (8.9% cap, Springfield)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

80%
Receive Any Aid
69%
Receive Pell Grants
76%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,128
Total Students
56%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 9%
Black 27%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois?
The graduation rate at Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois is 74%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois a good school?
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois?
Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois has a total enrollment of 1,128 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology