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Automotive Mechanics Technology at Western Technical College
If you are interested in studying Automotive Mechanics Technology, take a look at what Western Technical College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Technical College sits in La Crosse, WI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 65 automotive mechanics technology degrees were granted at Western Technical College.
Online & Distance Learning at Western Technical College
Distance learning is available at Western Technical College. Among 3,625 students, 962 (27%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,251 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Automotive Mechanics Technology Rankings at Western Technical College
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Technical College’s Automotive Mechanics Technology program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 63 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #11 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #42 of 464 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #58 of 68 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #374 of 518 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at Western Technical College, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Automotive Mechanics Technology graduates at Western Technical College are 15% women (10) and 85% men (55).
Automotive Mechanics Technology Associate’s Program at Western Technical College
Of the 11 associate’s automotive mechanics technology degrees awarded at Western Technical College, 27% were women (3) and 73% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Western Technical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Automotive Mechanics Technology associate’s degree recipients at Western Technical College, below 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
Graduates of the Automotive Mechanics Technology program at Western Technical College pursue many career paths. Below are 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.