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Automotive Mechanics Technology at College of the Desert
If you plan to study Automotive Mechanics Technology, consider the program at College of the Desert. Get started with the following essential facts.
College of the Desert is in Palm Desert, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 109 automotive mechanics technology graduations were recorded at College of the Desert.
Studying Online at College of the Desert
Many students take online classes at College of the Desert. Among 12,861 students, 4,122 (32%) studied exclusively online and 4,016 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at College of the Desert, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at College of the Desert are 1% women (1) and 99% men (108).
Automotive Mechanics Technology Associate’s Program at College of the Desert
Among the 8 associate’s automotive mechanics technology graduates at College of the Desert, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at College of the Desert.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
Minority students account for 88% of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at College of the Desert, above the national average of 55%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Automotive Mechanics Technology Graduates
Those who complete Automotive Mechanics Technology program at College of the Desert go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment | $63,098 |
| Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles | $61,541 |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics | $40,917 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.