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Mechanic & Repair Technologies at Central Lakes College-Brainerd
If you are interested in studying Mechanic & Repair Technologies, consider the program at Central Lakes College-Brainerd. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Lakes College-Brainerd is in Brainerd, MN.
Online & Distance Learning at Central Lakes College-Brainerd
Online coursework is an option at Central Lakes College-Brainerd. Of 4,981 students, 505 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,291 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Mechanic & Repair Technologies Rankings at Central Lakes College-Brainerd
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Lakes College-Brainerd’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #8 of 21 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #14 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 84 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #58 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 810 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #495 of 809 |
Earnings for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates from Central Lakes College-Brainerd
Graduates of Central Lakes College-Brainerd’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,812 |
| 2 years | $39,286 |
| 3 years | $40,518 |
| 4 years | $45,230 |
| 5 years | $55,050 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Mechanic & Repair Technologies graduates from Central Lakes College-Brainerd report median earnings of $45,230, compared with $46,717 for all Central Lakes College-Brainerd graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mechanic & Repair Technologies graduates from Central Lakes College-Brainerd stands at $6,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates
Graduates of the Mechanic & Repair Technologies program at Central Lakes College-Brainerd work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | $85,639 |
| Motorcycle Mechanics | $83,695 |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers | $77,621 |
| Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers | $76,815 |
| Wind Turbine Service Technicians | $74,051 |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door | $69,523 |
| Maintenance Workers, Machinery | $68,487 |
| Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers | $67,147 |
| Gem and Diamond Workers | $66,671 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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