Gunsmith Schools in Oak Forest, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare gunsmith zip search programs in Oak Forest, Illinois. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Gunsmith Schools Near Oak Forest, IL

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#1

Adler University

Chicago, IL In-state option
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 5
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

American Academy of Art College

Chicago, IL In-state option
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  • 332 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60604-4302

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#3

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, IL In-state option BOC Score 36.6
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  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 4

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#4

Augustana College

Rock Island, IL In-state option BOC Score 62.1
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 46

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#5

Aurora University

Aurora, IL In-state option BOC Score 66.4
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 212
  • Online programs available

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#6

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL In-state option BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 83
  • Annual completions: 3,390
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Black Hawk College

Moline, IL In-state option BOC Score 52.4
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  • Programs offered: 38
  • Annual completions: 590
  • Online programs available

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#8

Blackburn College

Carlinville, IL In-state option BOC Score 36.8
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  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 11
  • Online programs available

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#9

Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Quincy, IL In-state option BOC Score 85.1
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 39
  • Online programs available

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#10

Bradley University

Peoria, IL In-state option BOC Score 74.1
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  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 209
  • Online programs available

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Illinois Gunsmith Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $51,350 $24.69 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $68,990 $33.17 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 49-9069 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Firearm types covered (handguns, rifles, shotguns, black powder)
  • Machining and metalworking hands-on hours
  • FFL licensing requirements and ATF compliance topics
  • Stock fitting, bluing, and finishing techniques
  • State and federal firearms law coverage

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