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Vehicle Maintenance & Repair at Ridgewater College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, take a look at what Ridgewater College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Ridgewater College is in Willmar, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 18 vehicle maintenance & repair graduations were recorded at Ridgewater College.
Online Class Availability at Ridgewater College
Distance learning is available at Ridgewater College. Among 3,148 students, 1,588 (50%) studied exclusively online and 787 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Rankings at Ridgewater College
Rankings can help you compare Ridgewater College’s Vehicle Maintenance & Repair program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #5 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #14 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #38 of 69 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #40 of 69 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #184 of 600 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #396 of 605 |
Earnings for Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Graduates from Ridgewater College
Graduates of Ridgewater College’s Vehicle Maintenance & Repair program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,040 |
| 2 years | $36,560 |
| 3 years | $37,448 |
| 4 years | $45,025 |
| 5 years | $49,744 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Vehicle Maintenance & Repair graduates from Ridgewater College earn a median of $45,025, compared with $45,915 for all Ridgewater College graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Vehicle Maintenance & Repair graduates from Ridgewater College stands at $9,885.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Vehicle Maintenance & Repair graduates at Ridgewater College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Vehicle Maintenance & Repair graduates at Ridgewater College are 11% women (2) and 89% men (16).
Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Associate’s Program at Ridgewater College
Among the 2 associate’s vehicle maintenance & repair degrees awarded at Ridgewater College, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Vehicle Maintenance & Repair associate’s degree recipients at Ridgewater College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Concentrations at Ridgewater College
The Vehicle Maintenance & Repair program at Ridgewater College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Collision & Repair Technology | 11 |
| Automotive Mechanics Technology | 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Graduates
Those who complete Vehicle Maintenance & Repair program at Ridgewater College pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Vehicle Maintenance & Repair graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers | $85,639 |
| Motorcycle Mechanics | $83,695 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | $77,835 |
| Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers | $76,815 |
| Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment | $63,098 |
| Bicycle Repairers | $63,050 |
| Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles | $61,541 |
| Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians | $56,998 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $55,957 |
| Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians | $50,761 |
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.
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