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Phlebotomy Classes in Illinois

21 accredited Illinois schools graduated 642 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what phlebotomists earn in Illinois.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
2112 cities
Lowest published cost
$2,100median $2,100
Graduates 2023–24
642
Illinois median pay
$46,010+$780 vs U.S.

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Phlebotomy Classes in Chicago, IL 10 schools

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
72
College tuition
$4,380/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

72 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college, the 3rd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,380 ($14,430 out of state).

William Rainey Harper College

1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
41
College tuition
$3,252/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

This public two-year college in Cook County graduated 41 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24, the 4th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,252 ($11,232 out of state).

Moraine Valley Community College

9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills, IL 60465
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
41
College tuition
$3,288/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

41 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college, the 5th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,288 ($9,312 out of state).

Waubonsee Community College

Rte 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
38
College tuition
$3,240/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

38 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,240 ($12,138 out of state).

Elgin Community College

1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL 60123
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$3,168/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

23 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,168 ($9,504 out of state).

College of Lake County

19351 W Washington St., Grayslake, IL 60030
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$3,835/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

Public two-year college in Grayslake that reported 23 Phlebotomy graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,835 ($13,377 out of state).

College of DuPage

425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
21
College tuition
$3,420/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

21 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,420 ($11,610 out of state).

Midwestern Career College

203 N LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60601
Private for-profit Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
15
Program cost
Ask school
Length
under 12 weeks

Private for-profit two-year college in Chicago that reported 15 Phlebotomy graduates in 2023–24.

Oakton College

1600 E Golf Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$3,815/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Cook County graduated 13 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,815 ($12,292 out of state).

South Suburban College

15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL 60473
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$4,560/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Cook County graduated 1 Phlebotomy student in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,560 ($12,150 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Springfield, IL 1 school

Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

2731 Farmers Market Road, Springfield, IL 62707
Private for-profit Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
126
Program cost
$2,100
Length
2 months

This private for-profit career school in Sangamon County graduated 126 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24, the most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $2,100 for a program of about 2 months.

Phlebotomy Classes in Belleville, IL 1 school

Southwestern Illinois College

2500 Carlyle Ave, Belleville, IL 62221
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
101
College tuition
$3,600/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

Public two-year college in Belleville that reported 101 Phlebotomy graduates in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,600 ($5,940 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Kankakee, IL 1 school

Kankakee Community College

100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL 60901
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
37
College tuition
$4,500/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

Public two-year college in Kankakee that reported 37 Phlebotomy graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,500 ($25,110 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Normal, IL 1 school

Heartland Community College

1500 West Raab Road, Normal, IL 61761
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$4,980/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

This public two-year college in McLean County graduated 30 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,980 ($14,940 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Rockford, IL 1 school

Rock Valley College

3301 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL 61114
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
18
College tuition
$3,750/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

18 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,750 ($20,820 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Decatur, IL 1 school

Richland Community College

One College Park, Decatur, IL 62521
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
10
College tuition
$4,170/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

10 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,170 ($16,650 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Ina, IL 1 school

Rend Lake College

468 N Ken Gray Pkwy, Ina, IL 62846
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
9
College tuition
$3,300/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Jefferson County graduated 9 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,300 ($6,600 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Ullin, IL 1 school

Shawnee Community College

8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin, IL 62992
Public Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$4,200/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

This public two-year college in Pulaski County graduated 8 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,200 ($7,050 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Oglesby, IL 1 school

Illinois Valley Community College

815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL 61348
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$3,768/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in LaSalle County graduated 6 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,768 ($14,689 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Olney, IL 1 school

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges

233 East Chestnut Street, Olney, IL 62450
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$3,300/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Richland County graduated 5 Phlebotomy students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,300 ($11,250 out of state).

Phlebotomy Classes in Canton, IL 1 school

Spoon River College

23235 North County 22, Canton, IL 61520
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
4
College tuition
$4,740/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

4 Phlebotomy credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,740 ($11,700 out of state).

How to get Phlebotomy certified in Illinois

  1. Complete a phlebotomy training program with classroom instruction and supervised venipunctures.
  2. Pass a national certification exam. Most employers ask for one even where the state doesn’t.
  3. In CA, LA, NV or WA, apply for the state certificate or license as well.
  4. Keep certification current with continuing education.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Illinois requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

Phlebotomy Classes in Illinois: FAQ

How many Phlebotomy programs are in Illinois?

We list 21 accredited Illinois schools that graduated Phlebotomy students in 2023–24, 19 of them public. Together they awarded 642 Phlebotomy credentials that year.

How much do phlebotomy classes cost in Illinois?

1 Illinois schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $2,100 to $2,100, with a median of $2,100. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do phlebotomists make in Illinois?

The median phlebotomist in Illinois earns $46,010 a year ($22.12 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $45,230 nationally. The top 10% earn $54,920 or more.

Which Illinois school trains the most phlebotomists?

Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois in Springfield reported the most Phlebotomy graduates in Illinois: 126 in 2023–24.

How long does Phlebotomy training take?

Many phlebotomy programs are short certificates, often a few weeks to a few months, including a required number of supervised blood draws.

What exam do phlebotomists take?

Common national certifications include NHA’s CPT, ASCP’s PBT, AMT’s RPT and NCCT’s NCPT.

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