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Mechanic & Repair Technologies at Sonoran Desert Institute
If you plan to study Mechanic & Repair Technologies, consider the program at Sonoran Desert Institute. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Sonoran Desert Institute is in Tempe, AZ.
Online Class Availability at Sonoran Desert Institute
Sonoran Desert Institute operates as a distance-education institution, so Mechanic & Repair Technologies coursework can be completed remotely.
Mechanic & Repair Technologies Rankings at Sonoran Desert Institute
Use these rankings to compare Sonoran Desert Institute’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #70 of 101 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #73 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #592 of 810 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #629 of 809 |
Earnings for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates from Sonoran Desert Institute
Graduates of Sonoran Desert Institute’s Mechanic & Repair Technologies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,428 |
| 2 years | $48,276 |
| 3 years | $44,996 |
| 4 years | $59,653 |
| 5 years | $66,988 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Mechanic & Repair Technologies graduates from Sonoran Desert Institute earn a median of $59,653, compared with $59,653 for all Sonoran Desert Institute graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mechanic & Repair Technologies graduates from Sonoran Desert Institute stands at $12,520.
Highest-Paying Careers for Mechanic & Repair Technologies Graduates
Those who complete Mechanic & Repair Technologies program at Sonoran Desert Institute pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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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