Pharmacy Tech Schools in Peru, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare pharmacy tech programs in Peru, Illinois. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Pharmacy Tech Schools Near Peru, IL

#1

Heartland Community College

Normal, IL 56.6 miles away BOC Score 51.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,550
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,110
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 53%
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,236
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Rasmussen University-Illinois

Rockford, IL 63.8 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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  • 6000 East State Street, 4th Floor Rockford, IL 61108-2513
  • (815) 316-4800
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 165
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

South Suburban College

South Holland, IL 80.8 miles away BOC Score 48.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 250
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Oakton College

Des Plaines, IL 81.4 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 1,786
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Chicago, IL 83.9 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 1,448
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

College of Lake County

Grayslake, IL 90.5 miles away BOC Score 47.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,788
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,400
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 38%
  • Programs offered: 81
  • Annual completions: 4,091

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Blackhawk Technical College

Janesville, WI 92.4 miles away BOC Score 45.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 1,207

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Pharmacy Tech Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $46,650 $22.43 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,750 $22.00 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2052 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • ASHP/ACPE accreditation status
  • PTCB or ExCPT certification exam prep and pass rates
  • Pharmacy externship hours (retail, hospital, specialty)
  • State registration or licensing requirements
  • Sterile and non-sterile compounding training

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Career Overview

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