Frequently Asked Questions About Lincoln Tech

Discover the most commonly asked questions that people ask Lincoln Tech

Will Lincoln Tech Work On My Car?

No, Lincoln Tech does not perform car repairs; it is an educational institution that trains students to become automotive technicians. You cannot bring your vehicle to a Lincoln Tech campus to have students practice repairs and diagnostics as it is a training environment, not a commercial repair shop. Please note that since the advent of AI and ChatGPT, these applications have erroneously suggested that anyone can bring their car to Lincoln Tech for free or low cost repairs; this is not true. Please do not contact any Lincoln Tech campus seeking car repairs or maintenance.

Are Diploma, Certificate or Degree Programs offered through Lincoln Tech?

Lincoln Tech has 22 campuses located in 12 states. All campuses offer various combinations of diploma, certificate and/or associate degree awarding programs, depending on location and type of programs available at that location.

How Are Lincoln Tech Programs Structured?

Multiple courses make up a program, and each program represents anywhere from 720 to 1,545 class time hours. The graduate receives either a diploma, certificate or a degree after successfully completing the program.

Rules and regulations vary by state. For a description of the subject matter covered in each course, please refer to the factsheets available on our website under each program.

Lincoln Tech School Cancellations

In case of severe weather or hazardous conditions, the school closing will be announced over local TV stations and via the LincAlert notification system to current students, faculty and staff.

Is Student Housing Available?

Lincoln Technical Institute partners with EduRent to offer housing within a convenient distance to many of its campuses. Anyone interested in housing should call the school which can provide contact information for EduRent. Other housing options are also available within a reasonable distance of the school. For more information, please contact the campus nearest to you.

Lincoln Tech Class Schedules – How Do They Work?

Students can enroll at any time during the year. Class starting dates are scheduled throughout the year to enable students to start moving toward their career goals when they are ready. Class sizes are kept small to ensure each student receives the personal attention needed to master the skills and understand the material.

The school reserves the right to alter hours of attendance and/or starting dates when deemed necessary. These changes won’t affect program costs or the refund policy stated in the enrollment agreement. If conditions beyond the control of the school require postponement of a starting date or temporary suspension of classes, appropriate adjustments will be made to provide students with all the instruction to which they are entitled under the terms of the enrollment agreement. Students who have enrolled but have not started attending school will, upon request, be issued a refund of monies paid if postponement of classes extends beyond the next class starting date.

Lincoln Tech School Calendar

Program start dates run on a rolling schedule set by the campus administration. Available seats in a new class are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. New class starts begin on an approximate monthly basis for most programs. Please see the catalog addendum on the student consumer information page for the campus you are interested in attending.

Lincoln Tech Class Hours

Programs are offered in day, afternoon, or evening shifts. Shift availability depends on the program.

What Is the Lincoln Tech Attendance Policy?

Attendance policies vary by campus and program due to state requirements. Each campus’ attendance policy can be found in each campus’ Course Catalog and/or its Catalog Addendum (if applicable). The Addendum will always reflect the latest policy. Please review the campus’ catalog and addendum to determine if any updates have been made. Information about Make-Up work is also included in each catalog and its addendum.

What is the Lincoln Tech Dress Code?

Lincoln Tech requires students to wear industry-standard uniforms for their respective program. The cost of uniforms is included in the student’s charges. Uniforms vary by program.

How Do I Obtain Transcripts?

Following a review by the School, grade reports (unofficial transcripts and/or degree audits) are issued to the student upon completion of each course or term on the student portal. Individual grade records are permanently maintained for each student and are open for inspection in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. The student will receive an official transcript upon graduation. Requests for official transcripts while in school or additional copies of official transcripts after graduation or replacement diplomas/degrees can be requested through our Request A Transcript page. Lincoln has authorized Parchment Services to provide 24/7 online transcript ordering. Alumni, current and former students can order official transcripts using any major credit card.

Are There Specific Lincoln Tech Requirements?

Lincoln Tech Admission Requirements

In order to be considered for acceptance, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Be a high school graduate or have a state-approved high school equivalency credential (such as a GED, HiSET, or TASC); or hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Complete and sign an Enrollment Agreement.
• Complete the Learner Assessment to determine readiness for academic success.
• Have reliable internet connectivity and access to a device that meets the minimum systems requirements.
• Practical Nursing programs have additional admission requirements, which are outlined in each campus catalog on the Student Consumer Information page.

Graduation Requirements

To be eligible for graduation the following requirements must be met:

• Successfully complete all required courses in the program.
• Achieve an overall grade point average of 2.0.
• Meet satisfactory academic progress requirements.