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Automotive Mechanics Technology at Palomar College
If you plan to study Automotive Mechanics Technology, take a look at what Palomar College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Palomar College is located in San Marcos, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 20 automotive mechanics technology degrees were awarded at Palomar College.
Studying Online at Palomar College
Online coursework is an option at Palomar College. Among 19,550 students, 5,246 (27%) studied exclusively online and 6,667 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at Palomar College, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at Palomar College are 15% women (3) and 85% men (17).
Automotive Mechanics Technology Associate’s Program at Palomar College
Among the 7 associate’s automotive mechanics technology graduates at Palomar College, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Palomar College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 86% of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Palomar College, higher 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.
Highest-Paying Careers for Automotive Mechanics Technology Graduates
Graduates of the Automotive Mechanics Technology program at Palomar College work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Automotive Mechanics Technology majors, 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.