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Automotive Mechanics Technology at Dakota County Technical College
If you are interested in studying Automotive Mechanics Technology, consider the program at Dakota County Technical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Dakota County Technical College is in Rosemount, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 58 automotive mechanics technology degrees were granted at Dakota County Technical College.
Studying Online at Dakota County Technical College
Many students take online classes at Dakota County Technical College. Of 2,894 students, 621 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 766 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Automotive Mechanics Technology Rankings at Dakota County Technical College
Rankings can help you compare Dakota County Technical College’s Automotive Mechanics Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #1 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 464 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #6 of 17 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #40 of 65 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #349 of 518 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at Dakota County Technical College, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at Dakota County Technical College are 7% women (4) and 93% men (54).
Automotive Mechanics Technology Associate’s Program at Dakota County Technical College
Among the 47 associate’s automotive mechanics technology degrees awarded at Dakota County Technical College, 9% were women (4) and 91% were men (43).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Dakota County Technical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Asian | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Dakota County Technical College, lower than 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 Dakota County Technical College 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.