Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Melrose Park, IL. It offers 8 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (6/27/1971 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park is Electrician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $32,809. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Electrician programs ($15,963). The length of the program is 65 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 19 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician | $32,809 | $2,587 | 65 Hours | 19 Months | $15,963 |
| 2 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $21,798 | $1,583 | 34 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 3 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $40,702 | $2,487 | 70 Hours | 20 Months | $16,505 |
| 4 | Electrician | $29,129 | $2,334 | 50 Hours | 12 Months | $15,963 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $37,022 | $2,263 | 55 Hours | 14 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Welding Technology/Welder | $29,781 | $2,204 | 37 Hours | 11 Months | $10,695 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,539 students attended Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 54 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 32 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 98 (full-time) and 7 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park is 68% and the retention rate is 62% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,539 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 68% |
| Number of Faculty | 59 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 32 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park is $32,809
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
87% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,255 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $32,809 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,587 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $33,380 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $26,373 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,255 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park offers 6 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 436 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 435 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 436 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 436 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 1 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 435 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 1 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 89 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 89 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 106 completers |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 71 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 35 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 44 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 44 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 196 completers |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 196 |
| Total | 435 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,539 students have enrolled into Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park. By gender, 1,145 male and 394 female students are attending the school.
There are 123 White (7.99%), 528 Black/African American (34.31%), 811 Hispanic (52.70%), 18 Asian (1.17%), and 867 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,539 | 1,145 | 394 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Asian | 18 | 16 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 528 | 316 | 212 |
| Hispanic | 811 | 658 | 153 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| White | 123 | 104 | 19 |
| Two More | 52 | 44 | 8 |
| Un-Known | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 8317 W North Avenue, Melrose Park, IL
- 708-344-4700
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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