Indianapolis lives and breathes automotive. Home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indy 500, the city has a racing heritage matched by a practical automotive economy — a dense network of dealerships, fleet operations, and logistics companies serving the Crossroads of America.
Indiana's central location makes it a national logistics hub, with interstate freight corridors converging on Indianapolis and keeping commercial fleets — and the technicians who maintain them — in constant demand.
Indiana projects more than 14,000 automotive technician job openings between 2022 and 2032, and Lincoln Tech has been training Indianapolis technicians since 1961.
Imagine America has partnered with Lincoln Tech in Indianapolis, IN — a 126,000-square-foot campus training technicians for over 60 years, located just up the road from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Automotive Technology program offers diploma and degree paths in one of Lincoln's flagship Midwest facilities.
About Imagine America Foundation (IAF)
The Imagine America Foundation (IAF) is a nonprofit organization supporting students pursuing career-oriented education at recognized trade schools and career colleges across the U.S. Since 1982, the Foundation has helped students navigate the financial aspects of technical and vocational training.
IAF provides scholarship programs including the Imagine America High School Scholarship for graduating seniors, the Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP) for adult learners, and the Military Award Program (MAP) for veterans. The Foundation also offers financial literacy guidance, career exploration tools, and resources for choosing the right program.
Over $10 million in tuition assistance is provided annually to students attending career and technical colleges nationwide.
Start Your Automotive Technology Career with Lincoln Technical Institute
Lincoln Tech Indianapolis offers an Automotive Service Technology diploma and an Automotive Service Management Technology associate degree. Students train in a facility with 17 auto bays and Matco-stocked tool stations, taught by ASE-certified instructors.
- Training in Indianapolis since 1961 — six decades of employer relationships
- Diploma and associate degree paths available
- 17 auto bays with Matco-stocked tool stations
- Manufacturer program access: Audi, Tesla, and Republic Services opportunities by application
What You'll Learn
The program covers engine performance, electrical and electronic systems, brakes, steering and suspension, HVAC, and drivetrain repair. The 126,000-square-foot campus also houses diesel, collision, electrical, HVAC, and welding programs, creating a complete trades environment.
Certifications and Degrees
Graduates earn an Automotive Service Technology diploma or the Automotive Service Management Technology associate degree. Instruction is built around ASE certification preparation, the industry's standard credential.
Manufacturer Opportunities
Indianapolis automotive graduates can apply for Audi, Tesla, and Republic Services specialized programs offered across the Lincoln Tech network — advanced training paths that lead directly to brand-specific careers.
Career Outlook in Indiana
Graduates have been hired by Dreyer & Reinbold BMW, Bill Estes Ford, Carvana, and Caliber Collision. With 14,000+ projected technician openings in Indiana through 2032, entry-level roles lead toward diagnostic, fleet, and service management careers.
Training Services
- Engine Performance & Repair
- Automotive Electrical & Electronic Systems
- Brake Systems Service
- Steering & Suspension Systems
- Automotive HVAC Systems
- Drivetrain & Transmission Repair
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Service Management Coursework (degree path)
Specialized Training
- Audi Program Access (by application)
- Tesla Program Access (by application, at partner campuses)
- Republic Services Fleet Training (by application)
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Start Your Automotive Career TodayFrequently Asked Questions
How long has Lincoln Tech been in Indianapolis?
Lincoln Tech has trained technicians in Indianapolis since 1961. The current 126,000-square-foot campus serves as the main campus for several Lincoln locations nationwide.
What credentials can I earn?
The campus offers an Automotive Service Technology diploma and an Automotive Service Management Technology associate degree, both taught by ASE-certified instructors.
Can Indianapolis students access Tesla or Audi training?
Yes. Qualifying Indianapolis graduates can apply for Audi, Tesla, and Republic Services specialized programs offered across the Lincoln Tech network.
Are scholarships available for Lincoln Tech Indianapolis students?
Yes. Imagine America Foundation scholarships are available to qualifying high school seniors, adult learners, and military members attending Lincoln Tech. Create a free profile to see what you qualify for.
